Hemodialysis Care Specialist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Detroit (MI); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Medical Instrument Technician - Hemodialysis (MIT) for the VA dialysis center.

The MIT will set up and operate hemodialysis equipment, monitor patients, ensure sterile technique, and oversee water quality testing and documentation as part of the dialysis team under supervision of nursing leadership. Responsibilities include preparing equipment, documenting vital signs, and collaborating with RNs and physicians to respond to patient conditions.

Formación

• US citizenship is required; non-citizens may be appointed only when qualified citizens cannot be recruited.
• English language proficiency is required.
• Education may substitute experience at GS-4/GS-5 levels.

Responsabilidades

• Independently provides hemodialysis treatment to patients with renal failure.
• Initiates and terminates dialysis treatments following standard procedures.
• Monitors patients during dialysis and makes adjustments as needed.
• Records vital signs and treatment parameters in patient charts.
• Assembles supplies and prepares equipment at chair side.
• Maintains sterile technique and monitors circulatory access sites.
• Operates dialysis machines and monitors the dialysis circuit for safety and efficacy.
• Collaborates with RNs and doctors to ensure optimal patient care.
• Trains and mentors new dialysis technicians and staff.
• Documents patient care accurately in CPRS and related records.

Conocimientos

Hemodialysis

CPR/BCLS

Sterile technique

Vital signs monitoring

Patient care

Herramientas

Dialysis machines

CPRS

Descripción del empleo

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Medical Instrument Technician - Hemodialysis (MIT) for the VA dialysis center.

The MIT will set up and operate hemodialysis equipment, monitor patients, ensure sterile technique, and oversee water quality testing and documentation as part of the dialysis team under supervision of nursing leadership. Responsibilities include preparing equipment, documenting vital signs, and collaborating with RNs and physicians to respond to patient conditions.