Certified Hemodialysis Tech

Kaweah Health; Visalia (CA); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaweah Health in Visalia, CA is seeking a Certified Hemodialysis Technician to support dialysis patients in outpatient or inpatient settings. Under RN supervision, you will ensure safe operation of the dialysis water treatment system and prepare patients for treatments.

The role requires current California CHT certification; BLS preferred. You will perform data collection, document care, respond to alarms, and assist in training new staff while delivering patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Current California Certified Hemodialysis Technician certificate.
• One year current experience as a hemodialysis technician preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sets up water treatment system and tests required by AAMI standards before any patients are dialyzed.
• Sets up machines according to patient prescription (e.g. bath, dialysate flow).
• Collects patient data pre and post dialysis.
• Reports this data to the registered nurse.
• Completes flow sheets prior to patient discharge.
• Enters documentation into electronic documentation system.
• Initiates and terminates dialysis as ordered via appropriate patient access site.
• Monitors patients during dialysis.
• Unusual findings are reported immediately to RN.
• Appropriately responds to equipment alarms, adjusts alarm limits and corrects the alarm condition as appropriate.
• Administers Lidocaine, Heparin and normal saline under the supervision of an RN or MD and within the limitations established by law, regulations or usual practice within the state.
• Cleans and dresses fistula and graft access sites using appropriate techniques.
• Institutes basic CPR in event of cardiac or pulmonary emergencies.
• Cleans and disinfects machines after dialysis following procedures.
• Identifies issues with equipment.
• Notifies appropriate personnel regarding any equipment safety concerns.
• Quickly removes equipment from service as appropriate, tags for repair, with necessary information noted on the tag.
• Assists in training of new technicians as required.
• Demonstrates knowledge of water safety management and infection prevention requirements for dialysis.

Job description

Kaweah Health is a publicly owned, community healthcare organization that provides comprehensive health services to the greater Visalia area in central California. With more than 5,000 employees, Kaweah Health provides state-of-the-art medicine and high-quality preventive services in our acute care hospital, specialized health centers and clinics. Our eight-campus healthcare district has 613 beds and offers comprehensive health services across a broad continuum of care. It takes a special person to work for Kaweah Health. We serve a region where the needs are great, which makes the rewards even greater. Every day, we care for people facing unique challenges and in need of healing. Throughout it all, our focus is to make a difference, and we do — in the health of our patients, our loved ones, and our community.

Benefits Eligible Full-Time Benefit Eligible Work Shift Variable - 12 Hour Shift (United States of America) Department 7741 Dialysis-Visalia

In an out-patient or in-patient setting, the Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) performs essential duties to support patients and other health care team members before, during, and after hemodialysis treatments. The CHT is under the supervision of a registered nurse when patient care is provided. The CHT performs essential duties to ensure proper and safe function of the dialysis water treatment delivery system.

QUALIFICATIONS

• License /Certification Required: Current California Certified Hemodialysis Technician certificate
• BLS Experience Preferred: One year current experience as a hemodialysis technician

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Sets up water treatment system and conducts all testing required by AAMI Standards before any patients are dialyzed.
• Sets up machines according to patient prescription (i.e. correct bath, dialysate flow, etc).
• Collects patient data pre and post dialysis.
• Reports this data to the registered nurse.
• Completes flow sheets prior to patient discharge.
• Enters documentation into electronic documentation system.
• Initiates and terminates dialysis as ordered via appropriate patient access site.
• Monitors patients during dialysis.
• Unusual findings are reported immediately to RN.
• Appropriately responds to equipment alarms, adjusts alarm limits and corrects the alarm condition as appropriate.
• Administers Lidocaine, Heparin and normal saline under the supervision of an RN or MD and within the limitations established by law, regulations or usual practice within the state.
• Cleans and dresses fistula and graft access sites using appropriate techniques.
• Institutes basic CPR in event of cardiac or pulmonary emergencies.
• Cleans and disinfects machines after dialysis following procedures.
• Identifies issues with equipment.
• Notifies appropriate personnel regarding any equipment safety concerns.
• Quickly removes equipment from service as appropriate, tags for repair, with necessary information noted on the tag.
• Assists in training of new technicians as required.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to perform water safety management of the water treatment system and identify problems, taking appropriate action to assure the safety of patients and staff.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to perform care and complete tasks adhering to infection prevention requirements including those specific to dialysis patients and work environment.
• Demonstrates effective, timely communication with various team members.
• Respectful of roles and responsibility.
• Is up-to-date regarding clinic, Kaweah Health, and general information provided or endorsed by leadership and the clinical educator.
• Delivers care in a non-judgmental and nondiscriminatory manner that preserves patient autonomy, dignity and rights.
• Additional Inventories and stocks necessary supplies including oxygen tanks.
• Calls for replacements as needed.
• Obtains water cultures monthly only as assigned.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and services appropriate to the population served on the assigned unit or work area.
• Knowledgeable of growth and development for all patient/family cultural, linguistic, spiritual, gender, and age specific needs.
• Able to effectively communicate and care for patient and family as reflected in the Plan for Provision of Care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Pay Range $25.28 -$37.92

If you want to use your talents alongside people who face each day with courage and purpose, in an environment that empowers you to do your absolute best, this is where you belong. Keep growing your career! Kaweah Health is committed to a culture that delivers personal, professional, and compassionate experiences for every person, every time.