- High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
- Associate's/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
- Completion of a dialysis technician training program: Preferred
- Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT): Required
- Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT): Preferred
- Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CH): Required
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- Adheres to strict safety protocols and infection control standards, including proper hand hygiene, personal protective equipment (PPE) usage, and maintains a clean and sterile environment in the dialysis unit. Regularly inspects and maintains equipment, ensuring it meets safety requirements and is properly sanitized. Educates patients and their families about dialysis procedures, self-care techniques, and dietary restrictions. Provides information on the importance of adhering to treatment schedules and medication regimens. Addresses patient questions or concerns and offers guidance on managing dialysis-related complications or side effects.
- Collaborates with other members of the healthcare team, including physicians, nurses, and social workers, to provide comprehensive care to patients. Communicates effectively with patients and their families, ensuring they understand their treatment plan, progress, and any necessary follow-up care.
- Participates in quality assurance and performance improvement activities within the dialysis unit. Follows established protocols and guidelines to ensure high-quality care and optimal patient outcomes. Stays updated with advances in dialysis technology and procedures through continuous education and professional development.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
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Dialysis Technician, Kern County, Day Shift, Full Time - Tehachapi, United States - Adventist Health
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Job Summary:
Assumes responsibility for operating and maintaining dialysis equipment and assisting patients undergoing hemodialysis treatment. Provides care and support to patients with kidney failure or chronic kidney disease who require regular dialysis treatment to remove waste and excess fluids from their blood. Maintains accurate and up-to-date patient records, including vital signs, dialysis parameters, laboratory results, and medication administration. Ensure proper documentation of any observed changes in patient condition, adverse events, or complications during dialysis treatments.
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Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
