Local Contract On Call - Dialysis Technician
Detroit, MI
Healthcare Support
3x12 hrs, Days, Evenings, On call
Referral Bonus

Dialysis Patient Care Technician

Contract Details

• Duration: 13-week contract with potential to convert based on performance and availability
• Account Number: 5121*OS Temp Personnel Provider Locum Tenens
• Shift Hours: 5x8s: 4:30am-1pm and 12:30pm-8:30pm shifts available. 12:30pm shift start is priority
• Weekend Requirements: Three Saturday shifts required per 6-week period, clinic is closed Sundays
• On-Call: No call required

Unit Information

• Equipment: Fresenius T 2008 machines
• Unit Size: 48 chair unit
• Average Patient Ratio: 1:4
• EMR System: Time EMR

General Summary

Under supervision of nursing staff, is responsible for the monitoring and direct care of patients on hemodialysis. Monitors patients on an ongoing basis and communicates information to appropriate team member. Works as a member of the interdisciplinary team caring for the dialysis patient.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Patient Care & Monitoring

• Monitors patients on an ongoing basis and communicates information to appropriate team member
• Under supervision of nursing staff, is responsible for the monitoring and direct care of patients on hemodialysis
• Responds in emergency situations
• Reinforces education to patients
• Treats patients and families with respect and dignity
• Serves as a resource referral for the patient
• In conjunction with team members, monitors and adjusts dialysis therapy within scope of practice to meet the needs of the patient (keeping in mind the age-specific needs of the population served)

Documentation & Communication

• Documents patient care and observations (e.g., flow sheets, AMAs, incident reports)
• Communicates with other departments, agencies, or service organizations
• Functions as part of a multidisciplinary team

Technical Skills & Procedures

• Demonstrates technical and task-oriented skills (e.g., cannulation, machine set-ups and disinfection)
• Carries out doctors' orders within parameters of role
• Performs blood drawing procedures

Under the Delegation of the Medical Director and Under Nursing Supervision:

• Administer normal saline solution via the extracorporeal system
• Administer per initiation of hemodialysis procedure 2% xylocaine intradermally if ordered by the physician
• Administer via the extracorporeal system and/or via the cannulated access site the anticoagulant heparin or saline in the dose prescribed by the physician and monitored by the nursing staff
• Instill the anticoagulant (heparin, normal saline or 4% sodium citrate) as ordered by the physician at discontinuation of dialysis treatment into each catheter port. Per policy, the volume equals the fill volume on catheter limbs

Operational & Safety

• Follows operational activities specific to assigned unit (e.g., call-in times, breaks)
• Reports to work in designated attire (i.e., ID badge, lab coat, neat appearance, and maintains proper hygiene)
• Follows infection control policies and procedures (e.g., hand washing, face shield and gloves)
• Responsible for helping minimize waste in assigned unit
• Maintains neat and safe work area
• Demonstrates ability to plan work activities
• Demonstrates problem-solving methodologies for the benefit of the patients/significant others and the patient care area within scope of authority

Quality & Compliance

• Adheres rigorously to all infection control/infection prevention requirements
• Behaves in a manner designed to contribute to a neat, clean, safe, compliant environment and appropriately speaks up as needed regarding any potential concerns
• Applies process-improvement principles to daily work and work area
• Adheres to confidentiality and HIPAA safety and privacy requirements
• Demonstrates acceptance of working in a continuous learning environment; actively participate in own learning, seek to contribute to team and program learning as appropriate to position
• Completes all required and assigned in-services and online education and demonstrates incorporation of the teaching/learning as appropriate to position
• Acts in a manner that demonstrates commitment to the mission, vision, values, goals, and objectives of the dialysis program

Teamwork & Communication

• Communicates effectively with supervisor, other charge personnel, and team members, including medical leadership as appropriate to position. Accepts constructive criticism professionally
• Demonstrates team member standards and adheres to diversity principles and expectations including deaf and hard of hearing guidelines
• Demonstrates willingness and ability to work effectively in a complex and changing environment
• Demonstrates willingness and ability to effectively relate in an organizationally acceptable manner to team members, patients, and other customers in a diverse environment
• Demonstrates a caring and compassionate manner toward the patients and their family members that are a part of the dialysis program

Additional Responsibilities

• May be required to take on-call in acute settings
• Performs other duties as assigned