Job Description

ABOUT CAMPBELL COUNTY HEALTH

Campbell County Health (CCH) is the most comprehensive healthcare provider in the State of Wyoming. Certified as an Area Trauma Hospital, Campbell County Health includes Campbell County Memorial Hospital, an acute care, community hospital in Gillette; Campbell County Medical Group with nearly 20 clinics; The Legacy Living & Rehabilitation Center long-term care center and the Powder River Surgery Center. We are dedicated to excellence every day\xe2\x80\xa6

JOB SUMMARY

Works under the supervision of the registered nurse. The Dialysis Technician performs a variety of basic patient care activities in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients within the framework of the Wyoming Nurse Practice Act.

PRIMARY JOB DUTIES

• Performs basic patient care activities.
• Observe patients and report unusual conditions and/or reactions to RN.
• Assists with admission and discharge of dialysis outpatients.
• Responds to patient\xe2\x80\x99s needs.
• Maintains patient environment and performs routine cleaning tasks.
• Documents according to policy.
• Performs on-line routine ordering.
• Runs errands.
• Performs R.O. system start-up, shutdown and quality checks according to unit policy and procedure.
• Performs dialysis machine start-up, shutdown, operation and disinfection according to unit policy and procedure.
• Performs needle cannulation of extremity accesses and dialysis treatments on outpatients under the direct supervision of RN according to unit policy and procedure.
• Must be free from governmental sanctions involving health care and/or financial practices.
• Complies with the hospital\xe2\x80\x99s Corporate Compliance Program including, but not limited to, the Code of Conduct, laws and regulations, and hospital policies and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Education

• High school graduate or GED.
• Certification

• Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician certification within 18 months of hire.
• Essential Technical/Motor Skills

• Hand/eye coordination to give and teach injections, use a computer, etc.
• Speaking clearly to communicate with patients, families, physicians and staff regarding patient condition and care.
• Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to develop positive interaction with patients, patient families, physicians, and staff in order to care for the patients effectively
• Able to communicate positively under stress

Campbell County Health