Dialysis Technician III Float - Kidney Center - Forest Park

* Arranges and maintains equipment and supplies for performance of dialysis and other procedures, including preparation of Dialysate solutions.* Expert cannulator, access all new dialysis access and training co-workers on how to cannulate. Works with Clinical coordinator on catheter removals. Performs cannulation, initiates, and monitors and discontinues dialysis treatment. Assessment of patient vascular access utilizing transonic machine or dialysis machine access flow.* Observes and monitors patient vital signs and significant dialysis treatment parameters. Assesses patient signs and symptoms and provides treatment and intervention accordingly.* Completes laboratory studies, as ordered.* Serves as a resource for new nurses and techs on the floor.* Communicates pertinent patient information or changes in patient condition to the team leader. Documents these results per units’ policies. Provides patient education. Serves as the clinics lead preceptor, training all new employees.* Transports, weighs and assists patients to and from wheelchairs, stretchers and chairs.* Maintains patient confidentiality per HIPAA guidelines and responds to patient concerns in a timely manner. Maintains up to date training and certifications according to unit’s policies.* Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within one month of hire date.* Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).* Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.* Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.* Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.* WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.* WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.Washington University in St. Louis' collective success is significantly attributed to the passion and outstanding efforts of our community. Our staff, faculty and trainees are committed to excellence and dedicated to carrying out our missions of research, teaching and patient care.WashU prides itself on being a place where people matter, and serious work is done. Our people work together in an inclusive community that celebrates diverse perspectives, collaboration and innovation. We are a community of individuals inspired to work together to develop big ideas and tackle challenging problems.We value the well-being of our people. WashU strives to create a positive employee experience where staff, faculty and trainees thrive, both personally and professionally. Our employees find meaning, connection and vitality in their work and life with a healthy work-life balance and support to learn, grow and make an impact at WashU, the community and the world.**Useful Links****Accommodation**If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.**Regulatory Postings**Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster(; ) #J-18808-Ljbffr