Clinical Dialysis Specialist

2 days ago


Norristown, Pennsylvania, United States Fresenius Medical Care Full time
About Fresenius Medical Care
Fresenius Medical Care is a leading provider of dialysis products and services. Our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care and improving the lives of those affected by kidney disease.

**Job Summary**
We are seeking a Clinical Dialysis Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our hemodialysis care team, you will be responsible for providing safe and effective dialysis therapy to patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse. Your primary duties will include setting up and operating hemodialysis machines, assisting in maintaining a safe and clean working environment, and supporting our Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.

**Responsibilities**
* Participate in the recruitment process for new clinical staff
* Assist with clinical orientation and ongoing training of direct patient care personnel
* Function as preceptor in direct patient care training programs
* Deliver and maintain on-going competency evaluations/audits to ensure ongoing performance of other PCT's
* Collaborate with the Clinical Manager and Education Coordinator in driving FMS quality standards through education regarding ESRD regulatory and legal requirements and the practice of CQI
* Assist in training of applicable direct patient care staff on appropriate programs
* Provide coaching and developmental support to applicable clinical and facility staff
* Partners with RN and IDT staff to educate the appropriate personnel regarding the integrity and safety of the facility water systems as allowed by local regulations
* Monitor processes in the delivery of patient care through regular CQI activities
* Ensure all FMS business policies procedures and systems are incorporated into training including compliance with ethical business practices
* Welcome assigned patients and inquire about their wellbeing since their last treatment
* Evaluate vascular access for patency
* Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight
* Perform vascular access evaluation pre-treatment
* Perform administration of Heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law
* Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD)
* Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed
* Monitor patients' response to dialysis therapy
* Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document
* Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures
* Prepare initial patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate placement in chart
* Collect label appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required laboratory specifications
* Ensure collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier
* Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the nurse supervisor
* Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report any change or unusual findings to the nurse supervisor

Requirements
* High School diploma or G.E.D. Bachelor's degree preferred
* Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved state and/or national certification or must meet certification requirements within the required state or CMS timeline
* All appropriate state licensure education and training (if any) required
* Demonstrated commitment to FMS culture values and customer service standards
* Attendance and active participation in all applicable preceptor training programs as established by the Regional Directors of Education
* Attends Fresenius and publicly offered skill-based training as assigned by Clinical Manager
* History of high performance as measured by no lower than a commendable rating on reviews with no recent corrective actions

Benefits
* Competitive salary: $60,000 - $80,000 per year
* Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth
* Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
* 401(k) retirement plan with company match
* Paid time off and holidays
* Professional development opportunities

Work Environment
The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.

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