Dialysis Patient Care Tech - CMC - Estelle - Full-Time

Essential Job Functions

• Aids in the medical evaluation of the patient pre-dialysis, including recording of vital signs, weight, general condition, and special problems.
• Correctly sets up and operates dialysis equipment.
• Reports equipment problems to the appropriate personnel.
• Performs preventive maintenance and quality control.
• Documents and troubleshoots on the EMR.
• Makes safety checks on equipment and initiates and terminates hemodialysis treatments.
• Aids in obtaining all lab work and tests ordered by the nephrologist; prepares monthly lag tubes for patients.
• Monitors patients during hemodialysis treatments, including taking vital signs, and informs licensed staff of any potential problems.
• Responds quickly and efficiently to emergencies.
• Cleans machines, chairs, and room after each patient and cleans the dialysis jugs at the end of the shift.
• Administers only lidocaine subcutaneously, heparin sodium, and normal saline intravenously within the regulations of DSHS.
• Participates in the education of the patient.
• Provides basic care for and has knowledge of the use of the hemodialysis access.
• Cares for and uses patient access sites as instructed.
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure established for the department.

EQUIPMENT

• Artificial kidney and dialysis delivery systems.
• Standard laboratory testing and sterilizing devices.

Work Environment

Located within the confines of a prison, jail, or juvenile detention center. Security clearance is required; pre-employment drug testing is also required.

Required Education/Experience

• Must have Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) certification or equivalent certification, or must attain certification within 18 months of employment.
• Completion of CMC Dialysis Patient Care Technician on the job training program.
• Maintain current CPR and CCHT credentials.

Salary

Salary is commensurate with years of relevant work experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.