Location: Owatonna Clinic - CHT
TheHemodialysisTechnicianfunctionsasaninterdisciplinaryteammembertomeetpatientandfamilycareneedswithintheMayoClinic Dialysis Services (MCDS) system. Under the supervision of the RN is responsible for providing assistance in the provision of dialysis services through multiple roles. These roles include but are not limited to: direct patient care and observations basic hemodialysis techniques and procedures equipment maintenance water treatment monitoring vascular access monitoring cleaning and disinfection of the hemodialysis machine drawing blood samples and preparing them for transport and performing both simple and complex laboratory tests and the required quality controls. Participation in quality improvement activities to maintain patient care standards is also expected. The Hemodialysis Technician carries out designated skills that are within these functions limited by law to unlicensed nursing personnel as written into the policies and procedures of Mayo Clinic.
HighSchooldiplomaorequivalentrequired. Six months of experience as a Clinical Hemodialysis Technician employment successful completion of the Ishiharas color blindness test.
Prefer experience and CHT certification. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written.) Experience working in a team environment. Computer skills required prior experience with electronic medical record systems preferred. Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting. Ability to work flexible hours.
MaintainscurrentBasicLifeSupportforHealthCareProvidersfromoneofthefollowingprograms:AmericanHeartAssociation(BLS for Healthcare Providers). Red Cross (CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers) Military Training Network. Successful completion of Clinical Hemodialysis Technician national certification exam within 18 months of hire when hired after October 14 2008. Exam offered by BONENT or NNCC.
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