Dialysis Technician - FT/Evenings
Company: Houston Methodist Hospital
Location: Houston
Posted on: October 4, 2024
Job Description:
At Houston Methodist, the Dialysis Technician position is
responsible for providing technical support to the nursing staff by
performing hemodialysis machine set-up, tear down, and safety
checks. This position monitors water system and maintains inventory
of supplies. The Dialysis Technician position performs the
necessary tasks to deliver a safe and efficient dialysis for
end-stage renal disease patients under the supervision of a
licensed nurse. This position demonstrates knowledge and skills
necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated
level tasks for assigned age-specific, diverse patient population,
assisting in the delivery of patient care and services. The
Dialysis Technician position practices Patient and Family Centered
Care.
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Promotes a positive work environment with the interprofessional
care team. Participates in teamwork by responding positively to
requests for assistance. Works well with others and conducts clear
and professional problem resolution. Conducts self in a manner that
is congruent with cultural humility, diversity, equity and
inclusion principles.
- Communicates with Bio Med regarding equipment problems and
water treatment problems. Completes Service Request when needed on
Intranet for equipment problems.
- Actively participates in making recommendations for improving
working relationships in the department. Provides contributions
towards improvement of department scores for
turnover/retention/employee satisfaction, i.e. peer-to-peer
accountability.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provides assistance to patients with various tasks, e.g. meal
trays, moving patients from stretcher/wheelchair, weighing
patients, taking temperatures, turning patients, etc.
- Monitors treated water system and performs daily chloramine
testing, documenting results accordingly.
- Assists at shift turnaround by cleaning the dialysis machines
externally, setting up dialyzer, and preparing patient station for
next patient. Completes preparations including making bed, emptying
trash and general tidying up of the patient stations.
- Contributes towards improving department scores for patient
satisfaction on unit-based scorecard through peer-to-peer
accountability.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Follows manufacturer recommended cleaning and rinsing
procedures on all hemodialysis machines.
- Responds promptly to machine alarm situations and performs
corrective actions. Reports machine related problems to
facility/maintenance personnel.
- Practices strict blood and body fluid precautions as
established in OSHA standards. Follows personal safety practices by
wearing appropriate PPE at all times when possible contact with
blood, body fluids or chemicals may occur. Reports near misses and
collaborates with the interprofessional health care team to improve
patient safety.
- Contributes towards improving quality and safety scores on the
department scorecard, through peer-to-peer accountability. Supports
initiatives to prevent conditions such as pressure injuries,
patient falls, and hospital-acquired infections.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Stocks supplies and maintains inventory control. Maintains
storage and supply areas in an orderly fashion. Uses resources
efficiently; does not waste supplies.
- Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and
prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Utilizes
time between heavy workloads efficiently and helps other team
members.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Offers innovative solutions through participation in
performance improvement projects and shared governance activities.
- Seeks guidance and validation of knowledge base, skill level
and decision making as necessary, especially in areas of question,
from preceptor and assigned licensed personnel. Completes and
updates the My Development plan on an on-going basis.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the
employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job
duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise
job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
EDUCATION
- High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include:
GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full
completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
WORK EXPERIENCE
- Six months health care experience
- One year dialysis experience preferred
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
- BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely
perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills,
competency assessments, and performance evaluations
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the
English language necessary to perform the essential functions of
this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or
employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians,
family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a
customer service focus and application of positive language
principles
- Ability to build and sustain interpersonal relationships
- Demonstrates a working knowledge of isolation, infection
control and safety procedures. Practices universal precautions at
all times when assisting patients
- Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision
including but not limited to organizing workflows and actively
participating in problem solving
- Demonstrates ability to access information both in the
department and within the hospital system to support the department
and interprofessional health care team as appropriateSUPPLEMENTAL
REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform No
- Scrubs Yes
- Business professional No
- Other (department approved) YesON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during
emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless
of selection below.
- On Call* NoTRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area NoCompany
Profile:Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News &
World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas (two-way tie) and one
of America's "Best Hospitals." As a full-service, acute-care
hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship
hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the
nation's largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in
innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program.
Two of Houston Methodist's primary academic affiliates are among
the nation's leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell
Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also
has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University
of Houston. With 948 operating beds, 85 operating rooms and more
than 8,400 employees, Houston Methodist Hospital offers
unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the
world.Houston Methodist is an equal opportunity employer inclusive
of women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.Equal
Employment OpportunityHouston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept
to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will
not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person
employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis
of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or
other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor -
priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
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