Job Description

Primary City/State:

Tucson, Arizona

Department Name:

Work Shift:

12 hours

Job Category:

Clinical Care

Banner Staffing Services (BSS) offers Registry/Per Diem opportunities within Banner Health.

Registry/Per Diem positions are utilized as needed within our facilities. These positions are a great way to start your career with Banner Health.

As a BSS team member, you are eligible to apply (at any time) as an internal

applicant to any regular opportunities within Banner Health.

As a valued and respected Banner Health team member, you will enjoy:

• Competitive wages
• Paid orientation
• Flexible Schedules (select positions)
• Fewer Shifts Cancelled
• Weekly pay
• 403(b) Pre-tax retirement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee wellness program
• Discount Entertainment tickets
• Restaurant/Shopping discounts
• Auto Purchase Plan

Registry/Per Diem positions do not have guaranteed hours and no medical benefits package is offered. Registry/Per Diem positions require a minimum of 2

shifts a month commitment.

Completion of post-offer Occupational Health physical assessment, drug screen and background check (includes employment, criminal and education) is required. A rewarding career that fits your life.

Banner Staffing Services offers a world of opportunities to make an impact on one of the country's leading healthcare systems. If you're looking to leverage

your abilities – you belong at Banner Staffing Services.

The Dialysis Technician at Banner University Medical Tucson provides direct patient care and support for individuals undergoing hemodialysis treatment. This role requires strong attention to details, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to delivering compassionate high quality care while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal applicant will have 1 year of experience and their CCHT Certification.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for initiating, monitoring and terminating dialysis treatments, ensuring the process proceeds smoothly and notifying the RN of any abnormalities. This position is also responsible for ensuring the dialysis equipment is functioning properly.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Initiates the dialysis treatment, including accessing the vascular access. Monitors the patients as they undergo dialysis, including their vital signs and blood chemistry and alerts the RN of any abnormalities. Terminates dialysis treatment and performs catheter care and dressing changes. May also administer heparin or normal saline under the direction of a registered nurse.
2. Prepares machines and equipment for use. Ensures the dialysis machines are working properly during the treatment and replaces them when necessary. Tests and maintains RO water system. May perform routine maintenance and liaison with technical support regarding equipment that requires repair.
3. Maintains documentation related to treatment information.
4. Maintains inventory of dialysis supplies and equipment.
5. Ensures a clean and safe environment, including turning over dialysis chairs between patients and cleaning and sterilizing the equipment.
6. Works under general supervision. Interacts with all levels of staff in a variety of departments, physicians, patients, families and external contacts and vendors.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge. Completion of approved dialysis training program or one year experience in nephrology patient care and current active participation in an ESRD facility.

Current certification as a Dialysis Technician or ability to obtain in accordance with ESRD regulatory requirements. Current BLS certification.

Must possess a working knowledge of medical terminology. Requires effective interpersonal and problem solving skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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