Location

Queens, New York

Shift:

Swing/Mid (United States of America)

Description:

Advanced Dialysis Practices: Hemodialysis Techs Make It Possible

At NewYork-Presbyterian Queens, we know that extraordinary careers in Dialysis come from the opportunity to do extraordinary work. That's why we're inviting you to play an active role in shaping the future of dialysis care. Experience the fulfillment of Making It Possible.

Hemodialysis Technician - Full Time - Evenings - Trude Weishaupt Dialysis Center

The Hemodialysis Technician will provide safe and effective hemodialysis treatments to patients with ESRD.  They will initiate, monitor, and discontinue hemodialysis treatments.

Responsibilities include:

• Following established protocol, initiate and discontinue hemodialysis treatments for patients with ESRD.
• Review and follows standing hemodialysis orders relating to dialyzer, dialysate bath, sodium modeling,    access cannulation, length of treatment, dry weight, blood and dialysate flow rates.
• Assemble all dialysis equipment and prepare for use following unit procedures
• Checks all safety features on the equipment to insure proper functioning.
• Discontinue dialysis; remove access needles and establish hemostasis.
• Monitor patients during treatments.

This position will work evening shifts from 2:00pm to 12:00am, four days per week, with every other Saturday required, based on a 37.5‑hour work week. The role is located at the Trude Weishaupt Dialysis Center, an outpatient facility at 59-28 174th St, Fresh Meadows, NY 11365.

Preferred Criteria

• Minimum two years of experience

• Should have some patient care experience/exposure, e.g. Nursing Assistant or a working knowledge of policies, procedures and techniques used in a dialysis unit and the needs of the hemodialysis patient gained through a completion of a hemodialysis training course. 

• Certified in Medigases by NYFD   

Required Criteria

• High School Diploma or GED

• CCHT, CHT, or CBNT certification in Hemodialysis required within 18 months of employment as per CMs regulations. Failure to obtain and maintain certification will be cause for dismissal.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from American Heart Association

Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.

Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.

NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.

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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range:

$29.46-$36.73/Hourly

It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.