Dialysis Technician - Bemidji Dialysis

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Work Shift:

Varies (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

32

Compensation:

Salary Range: $19.00 - $26.50

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Dialysis is a specialized area that will provide the nurse/technician an opportunity to build relationships with the patient. We encourage new graduates to apply as we offer a 13-week guided orientation to ensure you are successful in your role. Dialysis provides a safe and welcoming environment where we strive to provide safe quality care by working together. The unit is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas. No overnights and no Sundays.

Summary

Performs the delegated nursing interventions to the stable dialysis patient under direct supervision of the registered nurse. This may include but not limited to; initiation of dialysis, monitoring patient during treatments, discontinuing treatments, proper operation of the dialysis equipment, gathering and documenting pertinent patient information, and responding to alarms.

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Dialysis Technician to join our Sanford Health team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality care to patients undergoing dialysis treatments, ensuring their comfort and safety. As a dialysis technician, you will have the opportunity to build relationships and make a meaningful difference to patients’ lives. You will be working in partnership with nursing staff to provide excellent care to patients in a fast paced environment.

• No experience required, supportive and thorough on the job training provided.

Key responsibilities:

• Equipment Preparation
• Access Site Inspection
• Obtaining Blood Sampling
• Treatment Adjustment under direction of nursing staff
• Monitoring equipment and patient vitals during treatment
• Treatment Initiation and Discontinuation
• Medication Administration
• Dialysis station sanitization

Qualifications

High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) is required.

One-year experience in a health care environment is preferred. Dialysis experience preferred. Knowledge of various equipment/supplies and its general use, medical terminology, and computer skills preferred.

Must possess or obtain certification as a Hemodialysis Technician from the National Nephrology Certification Commission (NNCC), the Board of Nephrology Examiners Nursing and Technology (BONENT), or other approved certifying agency within 18 months of hire. If working in North Dakota (ND) must be on the Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) Registry through the Board of Nursing at the time employment begins. If working in South Dakota (SD), must register as Unlicensed Dialysis Technician through the SD Board of Nursing once certification is received (within 18 months). Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) is required through the American Heart.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. 

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.