Dialysis Tech

2480 E Apple Avenue, Unit E, Muskegon, Michigan, 49442, United States of America

DaVita is hiring a Dialysis Tech to give life in the greater Muskegon area.

This team is easy to get along with; looking for a team-player with strong work-ethic and service excellence.

Plan to start training in April.

• After training is complete and you feel comfortable, this PCT position may float to our other outpatient clinics in the greater Muskegon area.
• Clinic Schedule: MWF 5:00AM - 9:00PM + TThSa 5:00AM - 5:00PM
• PCT Schedule: Work 3 - 4 shifts per week, 10 - 14hrs at a time, alternating opening/closing shifts and Saturdays.
• Schedule Start & End Times: Opening shift = 4:00AM start. Closing shift = 9:15PM end.
• Compensation increases as you complete different levels of training and take on more responsibility!
• First promotion and raise within in the first 6 months: upon passing the CCHT exam to be a Certified Dialysis Technician. ​

Details & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
• Support for you and your family: family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave, pet insurance, and more
• Paid training: Training may take place in a facility or a training clinic other than your assigned home clinic
• Float to various clinics during and after your training
• You must have a flexible schedule and be able to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Dialysis Tech Requirements

• High School diploma, general education development (“GED”) credential, or equivalent
• Basic computer skills and proficiency in MS Word and Outlook required; functional proficiency in all computer systems of DaVita within 90 days of hire required
• Dialysis Technician Certification by a CMS approved state certification program or a national commercially available certification program required within 18 months of hire or position change
• Additional state requirements/ regulations where applicable Required Preferred
• Employment at DaVita is contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and a background check

Dialysis Tech Day to Day

• 25%: Receives patient into treatment/exam area; weighs patient, takes temperature and blood pressure pre- and post-dialysis; documents on all dialysis flow sheets. Performs and records vital signs and all other parameters of ESKD patients as per DaVita policy and/or state regulations; obtains blood samples and culture specimens and prepares for shipment.

• 25%: Under guidance of nurse and/or preceptor sets up and monitors dialysis machines and reverse osmosis (“RO”) water system for correct functioning, responds to visual and audible alarms and makes appropriate adjustments before, during and after the dialysis treatment, performs safety checks as directed by the registered nurse. Dismantles, cleans and disinfects dialysis machines and equipment in accordance to DaVita procedures; performs appropriate end of therapy terminal cleaning and disinfection of the dialysis equipment with guidance of nurse and/or preceptor.

• 20%: Collects patient data and reports to nurse and/or preceptor as needed related to:  
  • Monitoring and documenting status of vascular accesses
  • Documenting patient observations and seeks guidance when levels are out of normal range for ESKD patients
  • Reporting patient parameters to registered nurse as needed
  • Under guidance of nurse and/or preceptor initiates dialysis via approved accesses using proper cannulation or central venous catheter techniques in accordance with state, federal and local regulations

• 20%: Reviews dialysis prescription, notes general physical and mental condition of patient through observation and interview, obtains information and/or data to determine compliance to dietary or medication regimen; documents observations and reviews with nurse and/or preceptor.

• 5%: Performs clerical duties as needed and reviews with nurse and/or preceptor which may include: filing, lab requisitions, scheduling appointments, answering phones, ordering supplies, billing, copying, faxing, data entry and maintaining patient charts.

Contact Recruiter Sarah Morganelli for more detail or for a quick 15min Q&A at [email protected].

At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed Diversity & Belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. As such, individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

DaVita is a clinical leader! We have the highest percentage of facilities meeting or exceeding CMS's standards in the government's two key performance programs. We expect our nurses to commit to improving patient health through clinical goal setting and quality improvement initiatives.

Ready to make a difference in the lives of patients? Take the first step and apply now.

This position will be open for a minimum of three days.

Salary/ Wage Range

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience and may fall outside of the range shown. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits  

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