Dialysis Patient Care Technician - MWF

Dialyze Direct; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; 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 Philadelphia is seeking a full-time Dialysis Technician (CCHT/CHT) to deliver frequent, high-quality patient care. You will prepare and set up dialysis machines, initiate and terminate treatments, monitor treatment data, and document in the medical record.

You must hold a CCHT or CHT, BLS, and meet safety requirements. The role requires up to 25% travel and lifting up to 35 pounds; a safety-sensitive position.

Qualifications

• Certified dialysis technician with valid CCHT/CHT required.
• Additional DT certification in OH/MD/KY may be required.
• BLS certification from ARC or AHA required.
• Ishihara color vision test must be passed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up dialysis machines prior to treatment sessions.
• Initiate and terminate dialysis treatments per policies and procedures.
• Monitor and document patient treatment data in the medical record.
• Reinforce training and education provided by the healthcare team.
• Adhere to quality control procedures during hemodialysis under RN supervision.
• Provide compassionate, professional patient care without discrimination.
• Obtain informed consent prior to procedures.
• Collaborate with healthcare team as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervision.

Skills

Patient care

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

CCHT or CHT certification

Dialysis Technician (DT) certification (OH/MD/KY)

BLS certification

Ishihara color vision test

Job description

• Location 7107 Old York Road,Philadelphia, PA, 19126,United States
• Job Category State: PA
• Employee Type Full Time
• Required Degree High school
• Travel 25%
• 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

• Full Time (Monday, Wednesday, Friday)
• Day shift only

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
• Successful passing of an Ishihara color vision test;
• 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.