Dialysis Care Technician: Vital Signs & Machine Mastery

Highbridge Healthcare; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Highbridge Healthcare in Norwalk is seeking a dialysis care provider to support patients during treatments. You will prepare dialysis machines, monitor vital signs, and assist with patient care tasks.

Responsibilities include cannulation and decannulation, documenting treatment details, ensuring machines are calibrated, cleaned and disinfected, and reporting any equipment issues, all while upholding strict safety and infection control standards.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and maintaining dialysis machines, and ensuring safety protocols.
• Monitoring patients' vital signs and overall condition during treatment.
• Assisting with cannulation and decannulation of dialysis access points.
• Providing support with personal care, mobility and other needs during treatment.
• Safely disconnecting patients and applying dressings.
• Documenting all aspects of the dialysis treatment process.
• Ensuring machines are calibrated, cleaned and disinfected before and after treatment.
• Identifying and reporting malfunctions or issues with equipment.
• Continuously monitoring patient response and observing for complications.

Job description

Highbridge Healthcare in Norwalk is seeking a dialysis care provider to support patients during treatments. You will prepare dialysis machines, monitor vital signs, and assist with patient care tasks.

Responsibilities include cannulation and decannulation, documenting treatment details, ensuring machines are calibrated, cleaned and disinfected, and reporting any equipment issues, all while upholding strict safety and infection control standards.