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Henry Ford Health System Dialysis Clinical Technician Lasher- 40 Hours/Week Day Shift in Southfield, Michigan

$2,000 SIGN ON BONUS FOR CERTIFIED DIALYSIS CLINICAL TECHNICIANS

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Clinical Dialysis Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in patient care and a passion for helping individuals with kidney disease. As a Clinical Dialysis Technician, you will play a vital role in providing dialysis treatments and ensuring the well-being of our patients.

This position is full time. The working schedule is (4) 10 hour shifts per week (share hours) . There is a weekend and holiday rotation (share weekend/holiday rotation) .

GENERAL SUMMARY:

  • Perform dialysis treatments according to prescribed protocols and physician orders.

  • Monitor patients during dialysis treatment, assessing vital signs and responding to any changes in condition.

  • Set up and operate dialysis machines, including performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting issues as needed.

  • Administer medications and intravenous fluids as prescribed by the physician.

  • Educate patients and their families about dialysis procedures, dietary restrictions, and self-care techniques.

  • Maintain accurate and complete medical records, including documenting treatment activities and patient progress.

  • Ensure adherence to infection control protocols and safety standards in the dialysis unit.

  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and continuing education to enhance skills and knowledge.

    Additional Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of a dialysis technician training program preferred.

  • As a condition of continued employment, certification as a dialysis technician must be obtained (and maintained) within designated timeline of 18 months, in accordance with federal regulation.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.

  • Compassionate and empathetic demeanor with a commitment to providing high-quality patient care.

Additional Information

  • Organization: Community Care Services

  • Department: NW Det Lahser Incenter Dial

  • Shift: Day Job

  • Union Code: Not Applicable

    Additional Details

    This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.

Overview

Partnering with nearly 2 million people on their health journey, Henry Ford Health provides a full continuum of services at 250 care locations throughout southeast and south central Michigan. With 33,000 valued team members, Henry Ford is also among Michigan’s largest and most diverse employers. Our superior care and discoveries are powered by nearly 6,000 physicians, researchers and advanced practice providers. Learn more athenryford.com.

Benefits

Whether it's offering a new medical option, helping you make healthier lifestyle choices or making the employee enrollment selection experience easier, it's all about choice. Henry Ford Health has a new approach for its employee benefits program - My Choice Rewards. My Choice Rewards is a program as diverse as the people it serves. There are dozens of options for all of our employees including compensation, benefits, work/life balance and learning - options that enhance your career and add value to your personal life. As an employee you are provided access to Retirement Programs, an Employee Assistance Program (Henry Ford Enhanced), Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Employee Health and Wellness, and a whole host of other benefits and services. Employee's classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
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