Lead Dialysis Technician
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Job Location:
Seattle, OR - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
3 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
The Harborview Kidney/Dialysis Departmenthas an outstanding opportunity for a Lead Dialysis Technician.
WORK SCHEDULE
Full-Time / 40 hours per week
Rotating/Variable Shifts
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
Work under the direction of the unit registered nurse supervisor or manager to support the safe and effective delivery of patient care
This position oversees and manages other Dialysis Technicians and participates in the orientation of Dialysis Technician trainees and other medical staff
Strong candidates will have a Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) certified from a national accreditation organization.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Assemble prepare prime and set up dialysis equipment and materials in the dialysis lab and at patient bedside according to nephrology orders.
Maintain current knowledge of operation procedures and maintenance of new equipment.
Coordinate with Nursing Staff to determine prioritization and timeliness of procedures.
Couple patients to dialysis machines monitor treatment observe patient tolerance to treatment and report changes to physician and/or RN make equipment adjustments to avoid adverse patient effects adjust apparatus parameters based on patient conditions.
Reprocess and disinfect hemodialysis equipment per policy and procedure.
Aseptically dispense dialysis solution to include calculating measuring pre-weight of dry chemicals and verifying through chemical analysis for accuracy.
Make changes in dialysis composition by compounding any additions such as potassium calcium urea and magnesium.
Prepare and mix bicarbonate solution for patient use.
Participate in on-call coverage rotation for urgent dialysis set-ups outside laboratory business hours.
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
An Associates Degree with emphasis in chemistry biology or medical sciences AND three years experience in a medical laboratory to include one year in a dialysis/pheresis laboratory at the level of Dialysis/Pheresis Technician.
Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements such as a license certification and/or registration.
ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER
As the regions only Level I Trauma and verified burn center Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis including emergency medicine trauma and burn care neurosciences ophthalmology vascular surgery HIV/AIDS rehabilitation mental health and substance abuse care.
Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community as well as the entire Northwest region.
Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washingtons only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicines mission is to improve the health of the publicby advancing medical knowledge providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region and preparing tomorrows physicians scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful welcoming environment where every patient family student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29000 healthcare professionals researchers and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center UW Medical Center - Montlake UW Medical Center - Northwest Valley Medical Center UW Medicine Primary Care UW Physicians UW School of Medicine and Airlift Northwest.
Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
Compensation Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum:
$69612.00 annualPay Range Maximum:
$99672.00 annualOther Compensation:
-Benefits:
For information about benefits for this position visit Shift (United States of America)Temporary or Regular
This is a regular positionFTE (Full-Time Equivalent):
100.00%Union/Bargaining Unit:
Not ApplicableAbout the UW
Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses in our state and around the world.
UW employees bring their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier return they enjoy outstanding benefits opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Our Commitment
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
To request disability accommodation in the application process contact the Disability Services Office at or .
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Catheter Care
- Patient Care
- Communication skills
- Computer Skills
- Data Collection
- Physiology Knowledge
- Phlebotomy
- Maintenance
- Dialysis Experience
- DocuSign
- Patient Service Experience
- Medication Administration
