Posted:
12/6/2024, 3:56:25 AM
Location(s):
Mississippi, United States ⋅ Gulfport, Mississippi, United States
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Functionsas part of the Inpatient Services Hemodialysis Health Care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for assigned patients inaccordance with FMCNA policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federalagencies.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Providespatient care under the directsupervision of Hemodialysis Registered Nurse for assignedpatient(s) in the dialysissuite in the acutesetting; excluding Intensive Care Units.
Additional responsibilities may include focuson one or moredepartments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or locationspecific functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functionsof this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Day-to-day work includes personalcomputer work while standingand sitting, interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians.
The position requires travel between assignedfacilities and variouslocations within the community.
The work environment is characteristic of a healthcare facility with air temperature control and moderatenoise levels.
May be exposedto infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
The position providesdirect patient care that regularlyinvolves heavy liftingand moving of patients, and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provideassistance.
This position requires frequent,prolonged periodsof standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employeemay occasionally be required to assist in moving machinesand equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemicaland water solutions of up to 30 lbs. up as high as 5 feet.
There is a two-person assist program and material assist� devices for the heavier items.
EDUCATION:
High School Diploma required
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
None required. At least 6 months' experience is preferred in relatedField (EMT, SurgicalTechnicians, Army, Phlebotomists, and technicians).
Must obtain CCHT within 18 monthsof hire.
Effective communication skills - both verbaland written.
Employees are required to take the Ishihara's ColorBlindness test as a conditionof employment. Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindnessdoes not preclude employment. The Company will consider whetherreasonable accommodations can be made.
EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
Website: https://fmcna.com/
Headquarter Location: Waltham, Massachusetts, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1996
Last Funding Type: Post-IPO Equity
Industries: Biotechnology ⋅ Health Care ⋅ Medical ⋅ Pharmaceutical