Dialysis Technician - FT Days
Company: Sanford Health
Location: Sioux Falls
Posted on: February 4, 2025
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Job Description:
Careers With Purpose Sanford Health is one of the largest and
fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States.
We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities
to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are
dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad
footprint. Facility: Imagenetics Building Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Address: 1321 W 22nd St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105, USA Shift: 12 Hours
- Day Shifts Job Schedule: Full time Weekly Hours: 36.00 Salary
Range: $17.00 - $23.50 Pay Info: $4,000 Sign On Bonus Department
Details No Sundays or nights Good Culture and Team Work, Do not
work Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Years Day. Job Summary Performs
the delegated nursing interventions to the stable dialysis patient
under direct supervision of the registered nurse. This may include
but not limited to; initiation of dialysis, monitoring patient
during treatments, discontinuing treatments, proper operation of
the dialysis equipment, gathering and documenting pertinent patient
information, and responding to alarms. Knowledge of and utilize
appropriate age related patient care protocols relating to the
physical and psychological needs of patients of all age groups.
Ability to work with growth and development needs of unique client
populations. Prepares dialysis equipment for patient treatment
according to the dialysis prescription; this includes safety tests
and setting alarm limits according to policy. Inspect the access
site and perform cannulation of the dialysis access to initiate the
treatment. Obtains blood samples via the dialysis lines or access
site. Adjusts blood flow rates and fluid removal rates according to
policy. Monitors and documents dialysis treatment parameters/vital
signs and makes adjustments to treatment parameters, under the
direction of the licensed nurse. Initiate and discontinue dialysis
treatments. Responds to dialysis related emergencies, including
cardiopulmonary resuscitation, under the direction of the licensed
nurse. Administers the medication considered part of the
hemodialysis treatment to include: Heparin, local anesthetic via
intradermal route, and Normal Saline. Knowledge of and application
of dialysis infection control practices that include, but not
limited to; Use of personal protective equipment, disinfection of
equipment and supplies, dialysis station sanitization, and
isolation precautions. Demonstrate proficiency in computerized
charting, software applications, and other computer skills.
Knowledge of water system components, water system testing, and
application of appropriate actions to take if monitoring parameters
out of defined limits. Participates in the orientation and
education of dialysis technicians. Qualifications High school
graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) is required. One-year
experience in a health care environment is preferred. Dialysis
experience preferred. Knowledge of various equipment/supplies and
its general use, medical terminology, and computer skills
preferred. Must possess or obtain certification as a Hemodialysis
Technician from the National Nephrology Certification Commission
(NNCC), the Board of Nephrology Examiners Nursing and Technology
(BONENT), or other approved certifying agency within 18 months of
hire. If working in South Dakota (SD), must register as Unlicensed
Dialysis Technician through the SD Board of Nursing once
certification is received (within 18 months). Obtains and
subsequently maintains required department specific competencies
and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) is required through
the American Heart. Benefits Sanford Health offers an attractive
benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees.
Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health
insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a
401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous
time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more
information about Total Rewards, visit . Sanford is an EEO/AA
Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a
disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with
your online application, please call 1- or send an email to .
Sanford Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer
will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening
as a condition of employment. Req Number: R- Job Function: Allied
Health Featured: No
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