Beacon Health System · 1 day ago
Cert Hemodialysis Tech ERT MHO
South Bend, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expBeacon Health System is committed to delivering outstanding care and connecting with patients. The Certified Hemodialysis Technician performs direct patient care, including hemodialysis techniques, under the supervision of a registered nurse, while ensuring patient safety and proper documentation.
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Responsibilities
Provides direct patient care including performing patient treatment from start to finish and handling daily operations between patient and dialysis machine
Responds to machine alarms according to established procedures
Performs dialysis required laboratory procedures and quality control which include but not limited to specimen collection, blood sugar testing, and proper labeling of the specimen collected
Monitors patient status, including vital signs, and documents
Documents all activities and care delivered to the patient, in the EMR, according to established protocols
Communicates with the RN regarding patient status, interventions completed, data collected, any abnormal findings specific to vital signs or procedural set ups. Responds to emergency situations with appropriate treatment as directed by the RN
Follows established safety and emergency policies and procedures in daily practice or emergency situations including handling of equipment and supplies during emergencies
Responsible for basic water testing-related tasks
Assists in the patient discharge and transfer practices, as directed by the RN, including but not limited to: gathering patient belongings and transporting patient to other rooms or transportation vehicle, amongst others
Ensures stocking of all supplies and equipment is done daily and as needed, and also assists with answering the telephone
Supports patient advocacy, patient rights and responsibilities and service standards
Completing other job-related duties and projects as assigned
Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared
Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes
Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes
Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year
Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department
Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self
Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance
Complies with established organization and department policies
Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required
Qualification
Required
High school diploma and certification as a Dialysis Technician
One (1) year recent experience as a Dialysis Technician
A minimum of one year experience in a healthcare setting
Ability to read, legibly print or write, correctly spell medical and non-medical terms and understand and follow verbal and written instructions
Understanding of medical terminology
Demonstrates math skills necessary to add, subtract, multiply, divide, use fractions and calculate percentages
Demonstrates communication and interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with patients, visitors and co-workers and to maintain positive working relationships
Proficiency in basic computer skills and sufficient keyboarding skills to complete the work assigned accurately and in a reasonable amount of time
Ability to work independently, take initiative and be self-motivated
Maintain BLS certification
Maintain dialysis technician certification recognized by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid
Physical ability and stamina to walk/stand for prolonged periods of time, push carts/wheelchairs up to 50 pounds, to position/lift patients at a maximum of 35 pounds unassisted, over 35 pounds requires assistance, provide CPR
Preferred
One (1) year recent experience as a Dialysis Technician
A minimum of one year experience in a healthcare setting
Company
Beacon Health System
Beacon Health System is a Hospital & Health Care centre providing health care facilities
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$5.54MKey Investors
Health Resources and Services Administration
2024-12-18Grant· $0.14M
2024-05-08Grant· $5.4M
Leadership Team
Kreg Gruber
Chief Executive Officer
Phil Newbold
CEO Emeritus
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