CCHT / Dialysis Technician

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for driving the Aveon Renal Care culture through values and customer service standards. Accountable for outstanding customer service to all external and internal customers. Develops and maintains effective relationships through effective and timely communication. Takes initiative and action to respond, resolve, and follow up regarding customer service issues with all customers in a timely manner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

Patient Care

• Assist other healthcare members in providing patient-specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate, such as Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and disease process/access.
• Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their well-being since their last treatment. Report any complaints or observations to the nurse supervisor.
• Evaluate vascular access for patency and report any unusual findings to the nurse supervisor.
• Obtain necessary pre and post-treatment vital signs and weight. Report unusual findings to the nurse supervisor.
• Perform vascular access evaluation pre-treatment and report unusual findings to the nurse supervisor.
• Perform vascular access cannulation and report any difficulties in cannulation or unusual findings to the nurse supervisor.
• Perform administration of Heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.
• Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders, including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
• Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
• Monitor patients’ response to dialysis therapy and report any unusual findings to the nurse supervisor.
• Obtain vital signs prior to re-infusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document. Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures,
• Evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure.
• Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.
• Evaluate the patient prior to discharge and report any unusual findings to the nurse supervisor.
• Perform and record pre- and post-dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification.
• Responsible for calculating and entering individual patients’ dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goals, treatment time, Sodium (Na) modeling, and UF modeling as prescribed.
• Responsible for enabling appropriate safety alarms, including Narrow Venous Limits (NVL) 160. Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification.
• Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment, including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and, if applicable, progress notes.
• Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the nurse supervisor.
• Observe the patient and conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report any changes or unusual findings to the nurse supervisor.
• Perform and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.
• Evaluate patients’ vascular access during treatment, including arterial and venous monitoring pressures, provide appropriate intervention as needed, and document and report any unusual findings to the nurse supervisor.
• Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for collection.

Maintenance/Technical

• Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean.
• Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.
• Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and document where appropriate.
• Perform all required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing, including Pressure Holding (PHT). Initiate a Solution Delivery System (SDS) system.
• Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy.
• Prepare, organize, and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage.

Clerical & Administrative

• Complete and document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.
• Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application accurately and in a timely manner.
• Review treatment sheets for completeness, ensure nursing signatures are documented, and ensure omitted entries are completed or corrected where appropriate.
• Prepare initial patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate placement in chart.
• Prepare lab requisitions for prescribed or stat Lab specimens according to laboratory destination.
• Collect, label, appropriately prepare, and store lab samples according to required laboratory specifications.
• Ensure collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier.

Other

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Completed Accredited Dialysis Tech licensing.
• Valid driver’s license in applicable state. License must be maintained as current, without restrictions and a good driving record.
• Previous dialysis, hospital, or medical experience preferred.
• Confirmation of ability to distinguish all primary colors.
• Ability to react and perform under stress and in emergency situations.
• Ability to communicate and interface effectively with others.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and with others to plan and organize work assignments.
• Must provide evidence of being free of tuberculosis infection upon hire and as set forth by the facility's policies.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Must be knowledgeable about medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to dialysis & AAMI water quality standards.
• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, enthusiasm, and the willingness to handle difficult people.

ADDITIONAL NOTES

• This position is not eligible for remote work.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Conway, AR 72034 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Conway, AR 72034: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person