Certified Hemodialysis Technician

OverviewFairview Health Services is hiring a Certified Hemodialysis Technician to join our Adult Acute Dialysis department at our M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center – East Bank location in Minneapolis, MN.The Certified Hemodialysis Technician provides exceptional patient care through dialyzer reprocessing, equipment maintenance, repair and disinfecting, water treatment monitoring, and vascular access monitoring. They are also responsible for providing exceptional support to the care team while working closely with and under the supervision of the Registered Nurse. Come join our team today!Schedule : This position will be working 0.5 FTE (40 hours every two weeks). The shift length will be 10 hours on the day/evening rotating shift. This position will also work a rotation for every other weekend.Benefits : This position is eligible for benefits. This includes medical, dental, vision, PTO, tuition reimbursement, retirement and more! Please follow the link here to learn more information:Fairview Benefits (https://www.fairview.org/benefits/noncontract)About Fairview :Fairview Health Services is an industry-leading, award-winning nonprofit that offers an entire network of healthcare services. Fairview is one part of M Health Fairview, a partnership between the University of Minnesota, M Physicians and Fairview Health Services. Together, we combine the University’s deep history of clinical innovation and training with Fairview’s extensive roots in community medicine. Our care portfolio includes community hospitals, academic hospitals, primary and specialty care clinics, senior facilities, facilitated living centers, rehabilitation centers, home health care services, counseling, pharmacies and benefit management services.Apply today to join our 34,000+ employees and 5,000+ system providers working to build lasting relationships with the people we serve: our patients, our communities, and each other. ResponsibilitiesIn this role, the Hemodialysis Technician is responsible for:

Assembling and preparing necessary supplies and equipment.

Providing direct patient care through obtaining and documenting pre-dialysis vital signs, weight and temperature as well as obtains and records post-dialysis vital signs, temperature, and weight.

Documenting treatment parameters and communicates patient condition and issues to the Registered Nurse.

Monitoring dialysis related anticoagulant according to unit protocols and prescription.

Calculating and adjusts fluid removal rates according to established protocols and prescription.

Responding appropriately to dialysis-related emergencies such as hypotensive episodes, needle displacement or infiltration, clotting episodes, blood leaks, air emboli, etc. Initiating cardiopulmonary resuscitation in the event of a cardiac arrest.

Communicating emotional, medical, psychosocial, and nutritional concerns to the Registered Nurse.

Collaborating with the Registered Nurse in identifying and meeting patient education goals.

Maintaining professional conduct, good communication skills, and confidentiality in the care of patients.

Organization Expectations, as applicable:

Demonstrates ability to provide care or service adjusting approaches to reflect developmental level and cultural differences of population served.

Partners with patient care giver in care/decision making.

Communicates in a respective manner.

Ensures a safe, secure environment.

Individualizes plan of care to meet patient needs.

Modifies clinical interventions based on population served.

Provides patient education based on as assessment of learning needs of patient/care giver.

Completes all required learning relevant to the role.

Complies with and maintains knowledge of all relevant laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards.

Fosters a culture of improvement, efficiency, and innovative thinking.

Performs other duties as assigned.

QualificationsRequired Qualifications:

Experience

6 months experience in medical-surgical unit or similar

License/Certification/Registration

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Additional Requirements:

Hemodialysis Technologist/Technician Certification issued by Board of Nephrology Examiners Nursing Technology (BONENT) or Nephrology Nursing Certification Commission (NNCC) must be obtained within 18 months of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Experience

6 months of dialysis experience

License/Certification/Registration

Hemodialysis Technologist/Technician Certification

Need help finding the right job?We can recommend jobs specifically for you!Fairview Health Services (fairview.org) is an award-winning, nonprofit health system providing exceptional care across the full spectrum of health care services. Fairview is one of the most comprehensive and geographically accessible systems in the state, with 12 hospitals—including an academic medical center and long-term care hospital—serving the greater Twin Cities metro area and north-central Minnesota.Its broad continuum also includes 56 primary care clinics, specialty clinics, senior living communities, retail and specialty pharmacies, pharmacy benefit management services, rehabilitation centers, counseling and home health care services, medical transportation, an integrated provider network and health insurer PreferredOne. In partnership with the University of Minnesota, Fairview’s 32,000 employees and 2,400 affiliated providers embrace innovation to drive a healthier future through healing, discovery and education.Vaccination UpdateAs part of our ongoing efforts to protect the wellbeing of our teams and to provide a safe and healthy environment for the patients and communities we serve, all Fairview employees will be required to receive both an annual flu vaccination and the COVID-19 vaccination series. Current employees must have completed both vaccination schedules on or before October 31, 2021.Beginning August 9, 2021, any new hires who are not fully vaccinated against COVID-19 are required to receive their first dose prior to their start date and their second dose (if receiving Moderna or Pfizer vaccines) within 4 weeks of their start date. Annual flu vaccinations are also required before the employment start date for employees who begin employment during the flu season.Accommodations requests will be reviewed on an individual basis.EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status.Job Locations US-MN-MinneapolisPosted Date 21 hours ago (8/23/2023 7:43 AM)Requisition ID 2023-118118Profession Patient Care (Non RN/LPN)Speciality Hematology/Oncology/InfusionDepartment Adult Acute DialysisShift day/eveningHours per 2 weeks 40Location University of Minnesota Medical Center (East Bank)