HEMODIALYSIS TECHNICIAN

General Purpose

The Hemodialysis Technician functions as a part of the multi-disciplinary team providing hemodialysis treatments. The Hemodialysis Technician works under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse and reports to the Assistant Department Manager.

Essential Duties

• Completes clerical duties as assigned.
• Orders supplies and maintains inventory of specialty supplies.
• Performs water checks prior to any treatments being performed and between treatments and documents. Notifies RN of any areas that do not meet criteria.
• Prepares hemodialysis machines.
• Administers central venous catheter and fistula/graft care using approved aseptic/sterile technique.
• Cannulates patient using approved techniques or utilizes hemodialysis catheter to attach hemodialysis tubing.
• Operates hemodialysis equipment using physician prescription under the direction of an RN.
• Administers saline bolus as directed by the RN through the hemodialysis machine to respond to patient condition.
• Initiates and terminates a dialysis treatment according to established procedures, after checking with RN responsible for pre-dialysis assessment and evaluation.
• Ultra-filtrates the patient according to physician orders, under the supervision of an RN.
• Monitors the patients vital signs, physiological changes during the hemodialysis treatment and charts appropriately, including progress and vital signs. Notifies RN of any changes.
• Conducts blood glucose testing and reports results to RN.
• Obtains ordered laboratory specimens.
• Maintains skills to remain competent for operation of hemodialysis and related equipment