Detroit

Integrated Healthcare Services

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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: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.Documents patient care and observations (e.g. flow sheets, AMA’s, incident reports).Follows operational activities specific to assigned unit, (e.g. call-in times, breaks).Treats patients and families with respect and dignity.Reports to work in designated attire, (i.e. ID badge, lab coat, is neat, and maintains proper hygiene).Communicates with other departments, agencies or service organizations.Functions as part of a multidisciplinary team.Demonstrates ability to plan work activities.Carries out doctors' orders within parameters of role.Follows infection control policies and procedures (eg, hand washing, face shield and gloves).Responsible for helping minimize waste in assigned unit.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).Serves as a resource referral for the patient.Demonstrates problem-solving methodologies for the benefit of the patients/significant others and the patient care area. Does so within scope of authority.Maintains neat and safe work area.Demonstrates technical and task-oriented skills (e.g., cannulation, machine set-ups and disinfection).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.·       Performs blood drawing proceduresMay be required to take on-call in acute settings.nullMust meet or exceed core customer service responsibilities, standards and behaviors as outlined in the HFHS’ Customer Service Policy and summarized below:·       Communication·       Ownership·       Understanding·       Motivation·       Sensitivity·       Excellence·       Teamwork·       RespectMust practice the customer skills as provided through on-going training and in-services.Must possess the following personal qualities:·       Be self-directed·       Be flexible and committed to the team concept·       Demonstrate teamwork, initiative and willingness to learn·       Be open to new learning experiences·       Accepts and respects diversity without judgment·       Demonstrates customer service valuesWORKING CONDITIONS:Stands and walks most of the time on duty.  Lifts and pushes patients on stretchers and in wheelchairs.  Lifts and carries dialysate solution containers.  May be subject to hazardous wastes and materials.  Bending and stretching.  Uses computer.Must pass Color vision test.Ability to respond to audible alarms is required."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 environmentDemonstrates a caring and compassionate manner toward the patients and their family members that are a part of the dialysis program.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.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.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.Performs other duties as assignednullHigh School Diploma required.  Associate’s Degree in science preferred.Previous dialysis experience preferred.Dialysis clinical technician certification required.  For newly employed patient care technicians, certification is required within 18 months of being hired as a dialysis patient care technician.  Dialysis clinical technician certification must be maintained in accordance with federal regulations and in accordance with the policies of the CMS approved national commercially available certification programs. If a patient care technician who is not certified changes jobs from one dialysis facility to another, the time he/she was employed in the first facility will count toward the 18-month deadline for certification unless he/she had a gap in employment as a patient care technician of more than 18 months.null QUALIFICATION/LICENSURE Work Authorization : US Citizen Preferred years of experience : 2 years Travel required : No travel required Shift timings : Days

Detroit MI Michigan Detroit, Michigan Allied Health Professional Dialysis Technician 8 hours, days Integrated Healthcare Services Job ID #37047074. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Clinical Technician, Dialysis Integrated Healthcare Services

Travel Allied Health Professional - Dialysis Technician

Detroit Michigan MI Integrated Healthcare Services Job ID #37047074. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Clinical Technician, Dialysis

<div style="text-align:left;padding-bottom:1.25rem">Integrated Healthcare Services is seeking a travel Clinic Dialysis Technician for a travel job in Detroit, Michigan.<h3>Job Description &amp; Requirements</h3><ul><li>Specialty: Dialysis Technician</li><li>Discipline: Allied Health Professional</li><li>Duration: 12 weeks</li><li>40 hours per week</li><li>Shift: 8 hours, days</li><li>Employment Type: Travel</li></ul>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: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.Documents patient care and observations (e.g. flow sheets, AMA’s, incident reports).Follows operational activities specific to assigned unit, (e.g. call-in times, breaks).Treats patients and families with respect and dignity.Reports to work in designated attire, (i.e. ID badge, lab coat, is neat, and maintains proper hygiene).Communicates with other departments, agencies or service organizations.Functions as part of a multidisciplinary team.Demonstrates ability to plan work activities.Carries out doctors' orders within parameters of role.Follows infection control policies and procedures (eg, hand washing, face shield and gloves).Responsible for helping minimize waste in assigned unit.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).Serves as a resource referral for the patient.Demonstrates problem-solving methodologies for the benefit of the patients/significant others and the patient care area. Does so within scope of authority.Maintains neat and safe work area.Demonstrates technical and task-oriented skills (e.g., cannulation, machine set-ups and disinfection).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.·       Performs blood drawing proceduresMay be required to take on-call in acute settings.nullMust meet or exceed core customer service responsibilities, standards and behaviors as outlined in the HFHS’ Customer Service Policy and summarized below:·       Communication·       Ownership·       Understanding·       Motivation·       Sensitivity·       Excellence·       Teamwork·       RespectMust practice the customer skills as provided through on-going training and in-services.Must possess the following personal qualities:·       Be self-directed·       Be flexible and committed to the team concept·       Demonstrate teamwork, initiative and willingness to learn·       Be open to new learning experiences·       Accepts and respects diversity without judgment·       Demonstrates customer service valuesWORKING CONDITIONS:Stands and walks most of the time on duty.  Lifts and pushes patients on stretchers and in wheelchairs.  Lifts and carries dialysate solution containers.  May be subject to hazardous wastes and materials.  Bending and stretching.  Uses computer.Must pass Color vision test.Ability to respond to audible alarms is required."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 environmentDemonstrates a caring and compassionate manner toward the patients and their family members that are a part of the dialysis program.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.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.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.Performs other duties as assignednullHigh School Diploma required.  Associate’s Degree in science preferred.Previous dialysis experience preferred.Dialysis clinical technician certification required.  For newly employed patient care technicians, certification is required within 18 months of being hired as a dialysis patient care technician.  Dialysis clinical technician certification must be maintained in accordance with federal regulations and in accordance with the policies of the CMS approved national commercially available certification programs. If a patient care technician who is not certified changes jobs from one dialysis facility to another, the time he/she was employed in the first facility will count toward the 18-month deadline for certification unless he/she had a gap in employment as a patient care technician of more than 18 months.null QUALIFICATION/LICENSURE Work Authorization : US Citizen Preferred years of experience : 2 years Travel required : No travel required Shift timings : DaysIntegrated Healthcare Services Job ID #37047074. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Clinical Technician, Dialysis</div>

Travel Clinic Dialysis Technician
Detroit, Michigan
Henry Ford Health System - 6525 2ND AVE

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