Dialysis Technician Certified

To provide patient care and support to the adult hemodialysis patients according to established policy/protocol under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports Michigan Dialysis Services commitment to quality and safety, including patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities.

General supervision is received from Clinical Nursing Director (CND) and/ or Clinical Nursing Supervisor.
Functional supervision is received from nursing staff.

BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY

Provides patient care and support to the hemodialysis patients according to established protocol. Maintains clinical expertise within this unique patient population.
Works collaboratively with other health care team members.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Initiate, monitor and terminate outpatient hemodialysis treatments according to established protocols.
• Observe and accurately document care provided within unit guidelines for assigned patients.
• Prepare dialysis machine according to dialysis prescription.
• Ensure dialysis equipment is cleaned and disinfected through the units policies.
• Assist in stocking of medical supplies for the dialysis unit.
• Mixing of acid and bicarbonate solutions for dialysis circuits
• Troubleshoots alarm conditions.
• Collect, spin and package lab specimens as required for lab testing.
• Communicate with appropriate nursing staff and provider as patient condition warrants.
• Maintain and protect patient confidentiality.
• Interact with peers, patients, family and interdisciplinary team members.
• Transports and assists patients in activities of daily living.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

General supervision is received from nursing leadership of the Hemodialysis unit.

• High school graduate or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certified hemodialysis technician, CCHT or BONENT.
• Basic life support (BLS) certified.
• Minimum of two years' with current hemodialysis experience.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform at a fast paced 1:4, staff: patient ratio.
• Ability to lift and push heavy equipment.
• Ability to lift, move and position patients.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work well as part of a team and adapt to change in a positive and constructive manner.
• Documented history of excellent punctuality and attendance.

• Experience with electronic medical record documentation.
• Knowledge of Michigan Medicine policies and procedures.
• Experience with charting in Fresenius Chairside.

Hours will be variable day and eve shifts as needed, float between Canton and Livonia, but could include Ann Arbor, and any future dialysis location, subject to change with clinic needs.

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.