Travel Dialysis Tech in Detroit, MI at Cynet Health
Detroit, MI 48202
About the Job
**Job Title:** Clinical Technician, Dialysis
**Job Specialty:** -
**Job Duration:** 13 Weeks
**Shift:** Day - 3x12 - 11am - 11pm
**Guaranteed Hours:** 36 Hours
**Experience:** 2 years of experience required
**License:** N/A
**Certifications:** Dialysis clinical technician certification required
Certification must be maintained in accordance with federal regulations.
**Must-Have:**
- High School Diploma required; Associate's Degree in science preferred
- Previous dialysis experience preferred
- Ability to pass a color vision test
**Job Description:**
- Monitor and provide direct care to patients on hemodialysis under nursing staff supervision.
- Communicate ongoing patient information to appropriate team members.
- Respond to emergency situations.
- Reinforce patient education.
- Document patient care and observations, such as flow sheets and incident reports.
- Follow operational activities specific to the assigned unit, including call-in times and breaks.
- Treat patients and families with respect and dignity.
- Wear designated attire and maintain proper hygiene while on duty.
- Communicate effectively with other departments or service organizations.
- Function as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Plan and execute work activities efficiently.
- Carry out doctors' orders within the role's parameters.
- Adhere to infection control policies and procedures, such as hand washing and the use of face shields and gloves.
- Help minimize waste within the assigned unit.
- Adjust dialysis therapy within scope of practice to meet patient needs alongside team members.
- Serve as a resource referral for patients.
- Apply problem-solving methodologies to benefit patients and the care area, within scope of authority.
- Maintain a neat and safe work area.
- Demonstrate technical skills such as cannulation, machine setups, and disinfection.
- Administer normal saline solution, xylocaine, and heparin according to physician's orders and under the delegation of the Medical Director and nursing supervision.
- Perform blood drawing procedures.
- May be required to take on-call in acute settings.
- Exhibit core customer service responsibilities, standards, and behaviors including communication, ownership, understanding, motivation, and sensitivity.
- Practice customer service skills through ongoing training and in-services.
- Be self-directed, flexible, committed to teamwork, and open to new learning experiences.
- Accept and respect diversity without judgment.
- Stand and walk most of the time while on duty.
- Lift and push patients on stretchers and in wheelchairs.
- Lift and carry dialysate solution containers and other equipment.
- Work in environments that may expose you to hazardous waste.
- Adhere strictly to confidentiality and privacy requirements in accordance with HIPAA.
- Participate actively in a continuous learning environment, contributing to team and program learning where appropriate.
- Effectively communicate with supervisors, charge personnel, and team members, including medical leadership.
- Accept constructive criticism professionally and demonstrate adherence to diversity principles and expectations.
This role requires a candidate committed to supporting the mission, vision, values, and objectives of the dialysis program.
**Job Specialty:** -
**Job Duration:** 13 Weeks
**Shift:** Day - 3x12 - 11am - 11pm
**Guaranteed Hours:** 36 Hours
**Experience:** 2 years of experience required
**License:** N/A
**Certifications:** Dialysis clinical technician certification required
Certification must be maintained in accordance with federal regulations.
**Must-Have:**
- High School Diploma required; Associate's Degree in science preferred
- Previous dialysis experience preferred
- Ability to pass a color vision test
**Job Description:**
- Monitor and provide direct care to patients on hemodialysis under nursing staff supervision.
- Communicate ongoing patient information to appropriate team members.
- Respond to emergency situations.
- Reinforce patient education.
- Document patient care and observations, such as flow sheets and incident reports.
- Follow operational activities specific to the assigned unit, including call-in times and breaks.
- Treat patients and families with respect and dignity.
- Wear designated attire and maintain proper hygiene while on duty.
- Communicate effectively with other departments or service organizations.
- Function as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Plan and execute work activities efficiently.
- Carry out doctors' orders within the role's parameters.
- Adhere to infection control policies and procedures, such as hand washing and the use of face shields and gloves.
- Help minimize waste within the assigned unit.
- Adjust dialysis therapy within scope of practice to meet patient needs alongside team members.
- Serve as a resource referral for patients.
- Apply problem-solving methodologies to benefit patients and the care area, within scope of authority.
- Maintain a neat and safe work area.
- Demonstrate technical skills such as cannulation, machine setups, and disinfection.
- Administer normal saline solution, xylocaine, and heparin according to physician's orders and under the delegation of the Medical Director and nursing supervision.
- Perform blood drawing procedures.
- May be required to take on-call in acute settings.
- Exhibit core customer service responsibilities, standards, and behaviors including communication, ownership, understanding, motivation, and sensitivity.
- Practice customer service skills through ongoing training and in-services.
- Be self-directed, flexible, committed to teamwork, and open to new learning experiences.
- Accept and respect diversity without judgment.
- Stand and walk most of the time while on duty.
- Lift and push patients on stretchers and in wheelchairs.
- Lift and carry dialysate solution containers and other equipment.
- Work in environments that may expose you to hazardous waste.
- Adhere strictly to confidentiality and privacy requirements in accordance with HIPAA.
- Participate actively in a continuous learning environment, contributing to team and program learning where appropriate.
- Effectively communicate with supervisors, charge personnel, and team members, including medical leadership.
- Accept constructive criticism professionally and demonstrate adherence to diversity principles and expectations.
This role requires a candidate committed to supporting the mission, vision, values, and objectives of the dialysis program.
