Dialysis Tech: Patient Care & Equipment Expert

Trinity Health; Clinton (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Clinton Medical Center is hiring a Dialysis Tech to assist with patient care in the dialysis unit. You will set up equipment, initiate, monitor and terminate dialysis treatments for adolescent to adult patients.

You will monitor inventory levels, document care, and collaborate with care teams. A high school diploma is required; 1 year health-related experience preferred; BLS certification within 3 months; state/national certification within 18 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Graduate or active enrollment in a Medical Technological or professional school preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year’s experience or education in a health-related field.
• Must be BLS certified within 3 months.
• Must be certified under a state certification program or a national certification program within 18 months of hire.
• Must possess excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Must be capable of problem solving, maintaining confidentiality, demonstrating compassion, empathy, and respect.
• Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative leadership environment.
• Must possess a personal presence characterized by honesty, integrity, and caring.

Responsibilities

• Sets up dialysis equipment and initiates, monitors, and terminates dialysis treatments for adolescent to adult patients.
• Monitors inventory levels, enters charges, and documents care on the dialysis run sheet.
• Communicates with ancillary caregivers, patients, and families regarding patient needs.
• Documents patient assessment data and vital signs on run sheets.
• Demonstrates safety in use of lifting equipment and maintains equipment knowledge.
• Attends training on new equipment and contributes to quality improvement.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Compassion & empathy

Team collaboration

Integrity

Education

High school diploma

Medical technology program (preferred)

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

MercyOne Clinton Medical Center is hiring a Dialysis Tech to assist with patient care in the dialysis unit. You will set up equipment, initiate, monitor and terminate dialysis treatments for adolescent to adult patients.

You will monitor inventory levels, document care, and collaborate with care teams. A high school diploma is required; 1 year health-related experience preferred; BLS certification within 3 months; state/national certification within 18 months of hire.