Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician

We are currently seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse, CHT, and/or CCHT to work under the direct supervision of the licensed professional nurse, to carry out technical and patient care treatment activities. This individual performs a variety of patient care duties and operates a variety of equipment necessary in the care of dialysis patients. This individual provides safe, effective, and compassionate care consistent with State and Federal regulations and Physicians' Dialysis policies, procedures, and guidelines and within his/her scope of practice.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school graduate or equivalent
LPN - must have completion of accredited Nursing Programs with current licensure
CHT / CCHT - must have current certification
Current CPR Certification required
A minimum of two years of recent dialysis experience required
Must be able to initiate, monitor, and terminate dialysis treatments
Prior experience in a patient care setting, healthcare industry, or comparable experience
Prior proven experience and expertise in a renal area relevant to the patient
Must complete the facility's orientation and training program
The ideal candidate must be able to pass a background screening
The successful candidate must be able to read and interpret documents such as doctors' orders, medical communications, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Write and communicate in a clear, concise, and professional manner
Speak effectively with patients, family members, visitors, physicians, and other staff members
Maintain confidentiality of all company and patient records. Adhere to HIPAA
Always comply with all Company established policies and procedures
May serve as a preceptor as assigned
Performs other duties as requested
Minimal travel is required in this role

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts (dialysis equipment and machinery). Employees may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (lifting patients, etc.), including the ability to carry and transport up to 50 pounds up to 60 feet. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color differentiation, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug-Free Workplace