Dialysis Patient Care Technician-Float

City of Lincoln; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) package

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Certification & Professional

Job summary

Dialyze Direct in Chicago, IL is seeking a dialysis technician to prepare and set up dialysis machines and support patient care during daily treatment sessions. You will follow established policies, document treatment data, and collaborate with the care team to ensure quality outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds a valid CCHT or CHT certification, BLS certification, and can lift up to 35 pounds. This is a safety-sensitive, full-time role with a 75% travel expectation in some assignments.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid CCHT or CHT certification.
• BLS certification required.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds; safety sensitive position.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up dialysis machines prior to treatment sessions.
• Initiate and terminate dialysis treatments per procedures, including access-related steps.
• Access temporary vascular access as needed.
• Cannulate permanent vascular access as needed.
• Administer anticoagulants, topical anesthetics, or saline as allowed by regulations.
• Monitor and document patient treatment data in the medical record.
• Reinforce training and educational content with patients as directed.
• Adhere to quality control procedures under supervision of a registered nurse.
• Provide compassionate, non-discriminatory patient care.
• Obtain and document informed consent prior to procedures.
• Collaborate with healthcare team and assist as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

CCHT/CHT certification

BLS certification

Lifting 35 lbs

Education

High school diploma

Job description

• Location 5336 n Western Ave.,Chicago, IL, 60625,United States
• Job Category State: IL
• Employee Type Full Time
• Required Degree High school
• Travel 75%
• Manage Others No

At Dialyze Direct, our mission is to improve patients’ lives through gentler, more frequent dialysis care. Our ideal technician focuses on providing the best quality care and outcomes possible for our patients. If you thrive in an environment that draws on your quick, independent, critical-thinking skills and then Dialyze Direct may be for you. Find out what it means to Dare to Care Differently!

Schedule

• Monday-Friday Schedule
• Day shift only
• Fixed schedule/no on call

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up dialysis machines prior to treatment sessions.
• Initiate and terminate dialysis treatments in accordance with established policies and procedures, which may include:
  • Accessing temporary vascular access
  • Cannulating permanent vascular access
  • Administering anticoagulants, topical anesthetics, or normal saline (as permitted by local regulations)
• Monitor and accurately document patient treatment data in the medical record.
• Reinforce training and educational content as provided by other healthcare team members.
• Adhere to approved quality control procedures when assisting with hemodialysis treatments under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Provide patient care with compassion, professionalism, and without discrimination.
• Ensure that informed consent is obtained and properly documented prior to initiating procedures.
• Collaborate and assist other healthcare team members as needed or requested .
• Perform other related duties as assigned or directed by supervisory staff.

Requirements

• Must hold a valid CCHT or CHT certification
• In the states of Ohio, Maryland, and Kentucky, a valid Dialysis Technician (DT) certification is also required in addition to the CCHT/CHT
• BLS certification (American Red Cross or American Heart Association required); and
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds is required
• This is a safety sensitive position

Depending on your job status, you may be eligible for the following benefits:

• 401(k) package
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Certification & Professional Membership Reimbursement

Compensation

• Compensation offers are based on education, experience, skills, and geographic region.