Job Description
Job Summary:
- Under the supervision of nursing staff, provides direct care and monitoring for hemodialysis patients.
- Assists with dialysis treatments, patient monitoring, documentation, and emergency response while working as part of the interdisciplinary dialysis team.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Monitor and care for hemodialysis patients.
- Perform cannulation, machine setup, and equipment disinfection.
- Administer dialysis-related treatments as permitted.
- Document patient care and treatment observations.
- Perform blood draws and specimen collection.
- Follow infection control and patient safety standards.
- Respond to emergencies and support patient education.
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Current CCHT (Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician) certification.
- BLS Certification.
- Minimum 3 years of dialysis experience.
- Must be able to independently conduct dialysis treatments and flip pods.
- Ability to pass medication calculation and dialysis competency exams during orientation.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate Degree in Science.
- Experience with Fresenius or similar dialysis equipment.