dialysis technician iii - St. Louis, MO , USA, United States - Washington University in St. Louis

Description

Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

Position performs duties related to patient care, such as initiating and terminating dialysis treatments, performing phlebotomy, maintaining records and responding to needs of patients that are treated in the outpatient dialysis setting.

Lead tech on the floor, working alongside the Nurse Manager and educator with training new employees, re-training staff, and being a resource in the floor for the technicians.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Arranges and maintains equipment and supplies for performance of dialysis and other procedures, including preparation of Dialysate solutions.
• Expert cannulator, accesses all new dialysis access and training co-workers on how to cannulate. Works with Clinical coordinator on catheter removals. Performs cannulation, initiates, and monitors and discontinues dialysis treatment. Assesses of patient's vascular access utilizing transonic machine or dialysis machine access flow.
• Observes and monitors patient vital signs and significant dialysis treatment parameters. Assesses patient signs and symptoms and provides treatment and intervention accordingly. Completes laboratory studies as ordered. Serves as a resource for techs on the floor, and new nurses.
• Communicates pertinent patient information or changes in patient condition to the team leader. Documents these results per units' policies. Provides patient education. Serves as the clinics lead preceptor, training all new employees.
• Transports, weighs and assists patients to and from wheelchairs, stretchers and chairs.
• Maintains patient confidentiality per HIPAA guidelines and responds to patient concerns in a timely manner. Maintains up to date training and certifications according to unit's policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Dialysis experience.
• One year of dialysis experience as preceptor.
• Organizational, interpersonal, communication, and phlebotomy skills.
• Ability to work in a team setting.
• Mathematical ability and ability to respond appropriately in emergent situations.
• Working knowledge of computers.

Required Qualifications

• Equivalent of high school diploma with five years of experience as a certified dialysis technician.
• CCHT certification by recognized board (BONET or NNCO) is required upon hire.
• Basic Life Support certification. (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements.). BLS certification must be obtained within one month of hire date.

Grade

C08-H

Salary Range

$ $30.24 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University.

Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position.

The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks.

All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We've got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

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EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St.

Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups.

It is the University's policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment - fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.