Hemodialysis Tech Trainee

UVM Health; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training program

Certification support

Job summary

UVM Health is seeking a Hemodialysis Trainee in Burlington, VT. This part-time position begins with a 12-week orientation where trainees work full-time (36 hrs/wk) to prepare for certification. After orientation, the role continues with 24 hrs/wk.

HS graduate and healthcare exposure preferred. Training leads toward pursuing the national Hemodialysis Technician Certification. The program emphasizes hands-on skills, patient safety, and supervision by an RN and a preceptor to ensure competency and

Qualifications

• HS diploma required.
• Healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in initiating, monitoring and discontinuing outpatient hemodialysis treatments under supervision.
• Work with RN and preceptor during orientation to gain proficiency.
• Coordinate patient care and ensure safety during procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Please note that this is a Part Time (24hr/wk) position, however, all Trainees required to work Full Time (36hr/wk) during the 3-month (12 Week) training program.

Hemodialysis Trainee is the entry-level position for the role of Hemodialysis Technician. The Hemodialysis Trainee initiates, monitors and discontinues outpatient hemodialysis treatments under the supervision of an RN and a preceptor (during the orientation period). The technician trainee has 18 months from hire date to pass the National Hemodialysis Technician Certification Exam.

EDUCATION:

HS Graduate

EXPERIENCE:

Prior health care experience strongly preferred