Job Description

A Dialysis Technician operates and maintains dialysis equipment to filter waste from a patient's blood, monitors patients during treatment, and performs pre- and post-treatment procedures. Their role includes preparing the machine, taking vital signs, educating patients, and ensuring a clean and safe environment. They work under the supervision of registered nurses and physicians to provide effective care for patients with kidney failure. Core responsibilities

Equipment preparation:

Assemble, test, and prepare dialysis machines and equipment before each treatment. This includes making sure all settings and the water treatment system are functioning correctly.

Patient monitoring:

Observe patients before, during, and after their dialysis treatment, monitoring vital signs and for any adverse reactions.

Treatment execution:

Connect and disconnect patients from the dialysis machine, and make adjustments to treatment parameters like fluid removal rates as directed.

Patient education and support:

Explain the dialysis process to patients and their families and answer their questions.

Equipment and environment maintenance:

Sanitize and disinfect equipment and maintain a clean, sterile treatment area.

Documentation:

Record patient treatment details, including vital signs and any issues that arise.

Collaboration:

Work with nurses and doctors to ensure patients receive appropriate and coordinated care. Responding to emergencies and troubleshooting equipment issues. Performing quality control checks on machines and water quality. Assisting with patient needs like positioning or personal hygiene during treatment.
Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person