Banner Health
Location
Mesa, AZ | United States
Job description
Primary City/State:
Tucson, Arizona
Department Name:
Banner Staffing Services-AZ
Work Shift:
Varied
Job Category:
Clinical Care
Dialysis Tech will work 12 hour shifts Monday-Saturday. No Sundays! This Position will require CCHT and BLS .
A rewarding career that fits your life. Banner Staffing Services offers a world of opportunities to make an impact on one of the country’s leading health systems. If you’re looking to leverage your abilities – you belong at Banner Staffing Services.
Banner Staffing Services ( BSS ) offers Registry/Per Diem opportunities within Banner Health. Registry/Per Diem positions are utilized as needed within our facilities. These positions are great way to start your career with Banner Health. As a BSS team member, you are eligible to apply (at any time) as an internal applicant to any regular opportunities within Banner Health.
As a valued and respected Banner Health team member, you will enjoy:
Competitive wages
Paid orientation
Flexible Schedules (select positions)
Fewer Shifts Cancelled
Weekly pay
403(b) Pre-tax retirement
Employee Assistance Program
Employee wellness program
Discount Entertainment tickets
Restaurant/Shopping discounts
Auto Purchase Plan
Registry/Per Diem positions do not have guaranteed hours and no medical benefits package is offered. Completion of post-offer Occupational Health physical assessment, drug screen and background check (includes; employment, criminal and education) is required
Within Banner Health Corporate, you will have the opportunity to apply your unique experience and expertise in support of a nationally-recognized healthcare leader. We offer stimulating and rewarding careers in a wide array of disciplines. Whether your background is in Human Resources, Finance, Information Technology, Legal, Managed Care Programs or Public Relations, you’ll find many options for contributing to our award-winning patient care.
POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for initiating, monitoring and terminating dialysis treatments, ensuring the process proceeds smoothly and notifying the RN of any abnormalities. This position is also responsible for ensuring the dialysis equipment is functioning properly.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Initiates the dialysis treatment, including accessing the vascular access. Monitors the patients as they undergo dialysis, including their vital signs and blood chemistry and alerts the RN of any abnormalities. Terminates dialysis treatment and performs catheter care and dressing changes. May also administer heparin or normal saline under the direction of a registered nurse.
2. Prepares machines and equipment for use. Ensures the dialysis machines are working properly during the treatment and replaces them when necessary. Tests and maintains RO water system. May perform routine maintenance and liaison with technical support regarding equipment that requires repair.
3. Maintains documentation related to treatment information.
4. Maintains inventory of dialysis supplies and equipment.
5. Ensures a clean and safe environment, including turning over dialysis chairs between patients and cleaning and sterilizing the equipment.
6. Works under general supervision. Interacts with all levels of staff in a variety of departments, physicians, patients, families and external contacts and vendors.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma/ GED or equivalent working knowledge. Completion of approved dialysis training program or one year experience in nephrology patient care and current active participation in an ESRD facility.
Current certification as a Dialysis Technician or ability to obtain in accordance with ESRD regulatory requirements. Current BLS certification.
Must possess a working knowledge of medical terminology. Requires effective interpersonal and problem solving skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
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EOE /Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans
Banner Health supports a drug-free work environment.
Banner Health complies with applicable federal and state laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or disability
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