Dialysis Technician- New town (Immediate Start)
Company: Sanford Health
Location: New Town
Posted on: July 17, 2025
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Job Description:
Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing
not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to
offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly
50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work
of health and healing across our broad footprint. Facility: New
Town Dialysis Shift: 12 Hours - Day Shifts Job Schedule: Full time
We are a ever growing clinic looking to add to our family of
caretakers at New Town Kidney Dialysis Unit- Sanford Health.
Performs the delegated nursing interventions to the stable dialysis
patient under direct supervision of the registered nurse.
initiation of dialysis, monitoring patient during treatments,
discontinuing treatments, proper operation of the dialysis
equipment, gathering and documenting pertinent patient information,
and responding to alarms. Knowledge of and utilize appropriate age
related patient care protocols relating to the physical and
psychological needs of patients of all age groups. Ability to work
with growth and development needs of unique client populations.
Prepares dialysis equipment for patient treatment according to the
dialysis prescription; this includes safety tests and setting alarm
limits according to policy. Inspect the access site and perform
cannulation of the dialysis access to initiate the treatment.
Obtains blood samples via the dialysis lines or access site.
Adjusts blood flow rates and fluid removal rates according to
policy. Monitors and documents dialysis treatment parameters/vital
signs and makes adjustments to treatment parameters, under the
direction of the licensed nurse. Initiate and discontinue dialysis
treatments. Responds to dialysis related emergencies, including
cardiopulmonary resuscitation, under the direction of the licensed
nurse. Heparin, local anesthetic via intradermal route, and Normal
Saline. Knowledge of and application of dialysis infection control
practices that include, but not limited to; Use of personal
protective equipment, disinfection of equipment and supplies,
dialysis station sanitization, and isolation precautions.
Demonstrate proficiency in computerized charting, software
applications, and other computer skills. Knowledge of water system
components, water system testing, and application of appropriate
actions to take if monitoring parameters out of defined limits.
Participates in the orientation and education of dialysis
technicians. High school graduate or general equivalency diploma
(GED) is required. One-year experience in a health care environment
is preferred. Dialysis experience preferred. Knowledge of various
equipment/supplies and its general use, medical terminology, and
computer skills preferred. Must possess or obtain certification as
a Hemodialysis Technician from the National Nephrology
Certification Commission (NNCC), the Board of Nephrology Examiners
Nursing and Technology (BONENT), or other approved certifying
agency within 18 months of hire. If working in North Dakota (ND)
must be on the Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) Registry
through the Board of Nursing at the time employment begins. If
working in South Dakota (SD), must register as Unlicensed Dialysis
Technician through the SD Board of Nursing once certification is
received (within 18 months). Sanford Health offers an attractive
benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees.
Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health
insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a
401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous
time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. Sanford
is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual
with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for
help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or
send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.Sanford Health has a Drug
Free Workplace Policy. Job Function: Allied Health
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