Certified Hemodialysis Technician - CCHT

NaphCare is hiring a Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) to join our team of medical professionals in the Alabama Department of Corrections - St. Clair in Springville, AL.

As a Correctional Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT), you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide direct patient care and assist with hemodialysis treatments and related tasks to the individuals in residence. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex mental health and medical needs.

The Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) provides direct patient care during hemodialysis treatments, assists with monitoring patients, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a safe and clean environment under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Responsibilities may include but not be limited to:

Observing patients during hemodialysis, monitoring vital signs, and reporting any changes in condition to the nurse.
• Preparing and maintaining dialysis machines, ensuring proper sterilization, and troubleshooting technical issues.
• Assisting with cannulation, administering medications like heparin, and providing basic care for vascular access sites.
• Maintaining a clean and sanitary environment, adhering to infection control protocols.
• Educating patients about dialysis, post-dialysis care, and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Responding quickly and efficiently to any emergency situations that may arise during treatment.
• Accurately recording patient information, treatment details, and any relevant observations in medical records.
• Maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality of all medical information
• Effectively communicating with patients, other healthcare staff, and correctional staff

Position Qualifications/Requirements/Preferred Experience:

• Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) or equivalent, or the ability to obtain certification within a specified timeframe
• Must hold High School diploma or equivalent
• Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (AHA required)
• Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues
• Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information and integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
• Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening

Physical Capabilities:

Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Why Join NaphCare?

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US, and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time. In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we strongly support career advancement within the company.

NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:

• Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one
• Lowest Cost Benefits!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs

If you would like to speak with me to learn more about this position and NaphCare, apply directly to the position to initiate the application process, and I'll be in touch.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

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