What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dialysis Equipment Specialist position at Tech Observer?
Job Overview
As a Dialysis Technician, you will play a crucial role in assisting patients undergoing dialysis treatment. Your responsibilities will involve operating and maintaining dialysis machines, monitoring patients during dialysis sessions, and providing compassionate care to individuals with kidney disease.
Duties:
1. Maintains, calibrates, and evaluates dialysis machines and other related equipment used for dialysis treatments.
2. Documents, maintains, evaluates, interprets and properly files all reports, repair manifests, microbiological testing and other related documentation.
3. Assists in the preparation of monthly QA relating to all dialysis systems and equipment.
4. Maintains adequate supply of spare parts for equipment maintenance and repair.
5. Reports and documents all equipment malfunctions to Technical Manager, Clinical Nurse manager and other appropriate individuals based on established policy and protocol.
6. Reports equipment deficiencies to manufacturer and other regulatory agencies when necessary.
7. Monitors and maintains water treatment plant.
8. Monitors and maintains unit stock. Places appropriate orders as necessary.
9. Keeps abreast of new equipment, treatment techniques, equipment maintenance bulletins and issues concerning supplies to the unit.
10. Maintains professional relationship with all appropriate vendors to insure good flow of information regarding new developments in the field of nephrology and other issues that may effect the operation of the dialysis unit.
11. Performs and evaluates quality control of dialysis machines and water treatment plant, as per AAMI standards.
12. Responsible for cleaning, disinfection of the dialysis equipment and water treatment plant.
13. Is knowledgeable of and properly trained in the safety, preparation, and utilization of all chemicals used in the dialysis unit
14. Willingness to attend seminars, lectures and/or continuing education courses related to maintaining skill level and general knowledge.
15. Works as a member of the Hemodialysis team to maintain, improve, assist, communicate and contribute to highest standards of care.
16. Performs other duties as assigned
Skills:
The DES will be knowledgeable about and able to assist in the implementation of AAMI and State guidelines related to the Hemodialysis unit.
Schedule Notes: Maintain/ Repair dialysis medical Equipment, Familiar with the inner working of the dialysis water purification system, knowledgeable about dialysis ESRD condition of Coverage/ Environmental regulations.
Education:
High School diploma required, Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
Job Types: Contract, Temporary
Pay: $50.00 - $55.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Maintain/ Repair dialysis medical Equipment: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- New York, NY 10035 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50 - $55
