Queens-Long Island Renal Institute·Village of Lake Success, New York
The technician is responsible for initiating, monitoring, and terminating hemodialysis treatments while ensuring equipment is properly primed and calibrated. They must maintain a safe environment through infection control and document all treatments according to standards of practice.
Dialysis Technician Per Diem Queens-Long Island Renal Institute, located on the lobby level of the renowned Parker Jewish Institute for Healthcare and Rehabilitation in New Hyde Park, New York, is seeking Per Diem Hemodialysis Technicians to join our team of professionals.
Per Diem opportunities-flexible scheduling available!
QLIRI provides state-of-the-art in-center hemodialysis treatment for kidney disease patients.
Our experienced interdisciplinary team of nephrologists and renal nurses offer chronic dialysis services in a comfortable and modern setting.
Located on the Queens-Nassau boarder, Queens-Long Island Renal Institute has a longstanding reputation for the finest quality of care, state-of-the-art technology and uncompromised dignity.
The ideal candidate will be a Certified Hemodialysis Technician, with at least one year of experience on a dialysis unit.
All CCHTs must also maintain CPR Certification.
KEY TASKS: Rinses, primes and positions all appropriate equipment, attaches all required tubing, connects appropriate dialysate solutions, calibrates and checks alarms, sets monitors and performs a system check Cannulates, initiates, monitors, and terminates dialysis treatments utilizing an established access in accordance with the Dialysis Center's Policies and Procedures Obtains blood samples and other specimens as ordered Spins and packs samples Cleans and disinfects equipment, disposes of disposable supplies as practiced by the facility Maintains a safe environment for patient and staff by following infection control procedures Observes and reports symptoms and conditions of the dialysis patient to the RN or Charge Nurse Maintains current knowledge of operation procedures and maintenance of new equipment Demonstrates competence in meeting the established standards of care in the Dialysis Unit Works as supportive and productive member of patient care team under the supervision of a Registered Nurse Promotes positive customer relations Monitors water/dialysate testing to provide safe and efficient dialysis treatment to patients Assures quality patient care by applying hemodialysis principles in practice integrating nursing implications specific to age, co-morbidities, and individual needs Executes procedures in using the Bicarbonate system Documents hemodialysis treatment appropriately in accordance with standards of practice
Candidates must be a Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) with at least one year of experience on a dialysis unit. Current CPR certification is also required.
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