Hemodialysis Technician

Kaiser Permanente; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Honolulu is seeking a Hemodialysis Technician to support patient care and equipment operation in the dialysis unit.

Role includes equipment prep, sterilization, QC, supply management, and collaboration with nurses to ensure safe, efficient sessions. Requires at least 6 months dialysis experience and a high school diploma plus a Hemodialysis Technician course.

Qualifications

• Six months hemodialysis technician experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of hemodialysis procedures/techniques and RO equipment.
• Working knowledge of universal precautions.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Reading, writing and speaking English.
• Commitment to quality and patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepares dialysis and RO equipment before each session and cleans utensils after.
• Transports and delivers machines and supplies to patient rooms; assists set up/breakdown.
• Performs QC procedures and records water test results; reports issues promptly.
• Manages supply inventory; restocks as needed to ensure availability.
• Participates in QM/CQI and service improvement projects.
• Maintains safe, clutter-free work areas for patients and staff.

Skills

Hemodialysis knowledge

Universal precautions

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

English language proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Hemodialysis Technician Course certificate

Job description

Job Summary:

Under direct to indirect supervision of department administrator and/or hemodialysis nurse; prepares dialysis and Reverse Osmosis equipment before each hemodialysis session; cleans and sterilizes machines per protocol after each dialysis session; delivers equipment and supplies to patient room as scheduled; assists nurse with set up and break down of equipment in patient room before and after hemodialysis; performs quality control procedures (e.g., machine and water testing, routine maintenance) on machines; performs supply inventory, ordering and restocking; participates in Quality Monitoring, Continuous Quality Improvements and other service-projects; cleans and maintains work area to be safe and clutter free; works cooperatively with staff and other departments in maintaining hemodialysis standards of care.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Prepares dialysis and Reverse Osmosis (RO) equipment before each hemodialysis session; cleans and sterilizes machines per protocol after each dialysis session.
• Transports/delivers dialysis and RO machines and supplies (e.g., disposable tubing, filters, syringes, solutions) to patient room as scheduled; assists nurse with set up and break down of equipment in patient room before and after hemodialysis.
• Performs quality control procedures (e.g., machine and water testing, routine maintenance, and trouble shooting and repair) on dialysis and RO machines; records and reports water test results and other issues/problems to supervisor or dialysis nurse in timely manner; assures equipment is maintained and available for use at all times.
• Performs supply inventory; orders and restocks same; participates in economical utilization of supplies; cleans and maintains work area to be safe and clutter free for patients and staff.
• Participates in Quality Monitoring (QM), Continuous Quality Improvements (CQI) and other service-projects as appropriate; May participate in committees for improvement of care.
• Demonstrates sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities in area of specialization.
• Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to provide care and/or service appropriate to age groups served.
• Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to provide culturally sensitive care and/or service.
• Performs other duties and accepts responsibility as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

• Six (6) months hemodialysis technician experience.

Education

• High school diploma; or equivalent combination of education (lesser) & experience may be considered in lieu of requirements.
• Certificate of completion of Hemodialysis Technician Course.

License, Certification, Registration

• Basic Life Support from American Heart Association

Additional Requirements:

• Demonstrated knowledge of hemodialysis procedures/techniques using hemodialysis and Reverse Osmosis equipment.
• Working knowledge of universal precautions.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in adaptability, change management, customer service, interpersonal relations, oral communication, quality management, results orientation, and teamwork.
• Talking to co-workers, customers, outside vendors, and on the telephone.
• Reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English.
• Training/giving and receiving instructions.
• Mathematical ability, attention to detail (e.g., organization, prioritization, proofing), concentration, and alertness.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in electronic mail and word processing PC applications.