Certified Dialysis Tech

Job Details:

Job Location:

Lima Care Community - Lima, OH, Position Type:
Full-Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $21.00 - $22.00

Hourly, Travel Percentage:
None, Job Shift: First Shift, Summary of Position

The Dialysis Technician provides support to residents receiving dialysis services in a long-term care setting. The position assists with the safe preparation, delivery, monitoring, and completion of dialysis treatments under the direction and supervision of qualified licensed nursing personnel, dialysis professionals, and/or the contracted dialysis provider, as applicable. The Dialysis Technician maintains a safe, clean, and supportive environment while promoting resident dignity, comfort, and quality of care.

• Assist with preparing the dialysis treatment area, equipment, supplies, and resident according to established procedures.
• Assist with dialysis equipment setup, operation, cleaning, disinfection, and maintenance within the scope of training and applicable regulations.
• Assist licensed personnel and dialysis professionals with dialysis treatments as directed.
• Monitor residents during treatment and promptly report changes in condition, complaints, abnormal observations, or potential complications to the appropriate licensed professional.
• Obtain and document vital signs and other observations as assigned and permitted by applicable regulations.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation related to dialysis treatments and resident care.
• Follow infection prevention and control practices, including appropriate hand hygiene and use of personal protective equipment.
• Maintain appropriate cleanliness and organization of dialysis equipment and treatment areas.
• Follow facility, dialysis-provider, manufacturer, OSHA, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with positioning, transferring, transporting, and providing comfort measures to residents as directed.
• Observe residents for signs of discomfort, distress, bleeding, changes in mental status, or other changes requiring immediate attention.
• Communicate effectively with nursing staff, residents, families, physicians, dialysis providers, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Protect resident privacy and confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and follow facility emergency procedures.
• Maintain required certifications, training, competencies, and continuing education.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Standing/Walking:
  Frequently stand and walk throughout the facility and dialysis treatment area.
• Sitting:
  Occasionally sit while completing documentation, monitoring residents, or performing administrative duties.
• Lifting/Carrying:
  Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull equipment and supplies weighing up to approximately 25 pounds. May occasionally assist with heavier loads using appropriate equipment and additional staff.

• Pushing/Pulling:
  Frequently push and pull wheelchairs, stretchers, dialysis equipment, supply carts, and other equipment.
• Bending/Squatting/Kneeling:
  Frequently bend, stoop, squat, kneel, and reach while providing resident care and handling equipment and supplies.
• Reaching:
  Frequently reach forward and overhead to obtain supplies, operate equipment, and provide resident care.
• Hand Use:
  Frequently use hands and fingers for equipment operation, documentation, handling supplies, and performing tasks requiring fine motor coordination.

• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively in person and by telephone.

• Must have sufficient visual ability to observe residents, read medical records and equipment displays, identify labels, and recognize changes in resident condition.