Certified Hemodialysis Technician (MWF Closing)

Join a rapidly growing dialysis company in the San Fernando Valley. Laurel Canyon Dialysis, LLC has an opening for a Full-time or Per diem Certified Hemodialysis Technician (newly CA licensed techs accepted).

We pride ourselves on providing patient-centered care without the layers and bureaucracies of a large dialysis organization. We aim to maintain an environment of support and teamwork, striving for clinical discipline and quality care to achieve our commitment to patients' safety and optimal renal care.

Certified Hemodialysis Technicians (CHT) are essential personnel in our mission to provide patients with a top-tier dialysis treatment experience. As an integral team member, the CHT will collaborate closely with nurses, doctors, patients, and families to improve the quality of life of our patients. We value a commitment to excellence, patient-centered education, and top-tier customer service. We expect all our team members to provide exceptional service and attention to each Patient by always providing compassionate, high-quality, individualized care.

Qualification

• A caring and helpful personality that is committed to helping people. A high standard of customer service.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
• Familiarity with aseptic technique and infection control practices.
• Ability to operate hemodialysis machines and equipment.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. CA CHT license is required (Willing to train new graduates).

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring a welcoming, friendly, and helpful work environment rooted in a high standard of patient care.
• Team members must participate in the company's target goals for patient clinical outcomes, quality care, a positive team environment, and customer service.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings/in-services to ensure continuing education and compliance with company policy and procedure.
• Perform the CHT job responsibilities per facility protocol and State and federal regulations.
• Perform hemodialysis treatments on patients under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician.
• Set up and operate hemodialysis machines. Safely initiate dialysis treatments according to established protocols.
• Monitor patients' vital signs during dialysis treatment to ensure their safety and well-being.
• Accurate documentation is required, including vital signs, treatment details, and any observed changes in condition (Report any change in patient condition to the Charge Nurse and Doctor).
• Strict adherence to infection control policies.
• Ability to perform dialysis procedures using aseptic techniques to prevent infection.
• Clean and disinfect dialysis equipment and maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Wearing proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is a requirement for this job (the safety of the employee and our patients is paramount).
• Welcome the Patient to the clinic and encourage hand hygiene (infection control).
• Walk the Patient to the scale to obtain their pre-treatment weight (the same goes for the end of treatment).
• Review & assess Patient access site per CMS guidelines.
• Mix acids and bicarbonate according to procedures.
• Complete and document water testing at the beginning of each shift.
• Complete and document (assigned Job responsibilities) facility logs throughout the day.
• Performing monthly Patient education is a requirement for this job (continuous education is vital to our mission for quality care).
• Report machine problems to the Biomedical Technician and Facility Manager.
• Perform duties as assigned to meet the operational needs of the facility.
• CHT will obtain blood samples, spin them, and prepare the shipment for lab analysis.
• An Alternative Work Schedule is available if needed. We are willing to allow employees to work between 8 and 12 hours daily.

Job Types: Full-time, PRN

Pay: $23.00 - $25.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $26