17 Healthcare jobs in Newark

Salary: $2646 / Week
The Physical Therapist is responsible for performing patientevaluations, as well as providing and documenting therapy services inaccordance with the plan of care developed for each individual patient andphysician's orders when applicable.
Minimum Requirements:
+ Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state ofpractice
+ Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy
+ One (1) year of prior professional Physical Therapyexperience preferred
+ Current CPR if applicable
+ TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
+ Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)
+ Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
+ Must be at least 18 years of age
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
+ Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
+ Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
+ 401(k) savings plan
+ Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

**We are more than a health system. We are a belief system.** We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more - in our careers and in our communities.
**Job Description Summary:**
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or Equivalent AND one of the following:
Completion of a Medical Assistant Career Tech Program
Completion of School of Medical Assisting
Military Medic Training
Paramedic (EMT-P) Training
This position is responsible for administrative and clinical duties delegated by the physician. The Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting physician with patient care in compliance with the Ohio Administrative Code. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, routine clinical and administrative duties as needed to meet the needs of the practice to which it is assigned. The duties of the Medical Assistant vary from office to office based on size and specialty of the practice.
**Responsibilities And Duties:**
Facilitates efficient and effective patient flow including preparing the patient for the visit and providing specific services as determined by providers in accordance with provider licensure, OH policy and scope of practice.
Successful completion of Care Connect EMR documentation skills.
Performs necessary administrative duties that assure all information is current and updated. Includes maintenance and monitoring of EMR in basket.
Maintains and cleans environment, work area, equipment, and communicates any equipment malfunctions to appropriate dept/unit personnel.
Communicates with patients and customers in a respectful and caring manner.
Communicates, collaborates, and anticipates the needs of the health care team to ensure continuity and quality of care and coordination of services.
Collects and monitors patient data; reports patient data and patient need as directed.
Maintains documentation guidelines around patient chargeable items/services.
Ensures processes and services are continuously monitored for quality, cost effectiveness, and efficiency.
Engages in process and quality improvement activities. Makes and implements recommendations to improve operational efficiency and to implement new services for areas of responsibility.
Engages in continuous study of the entire professional field, including best practices, to maintain the professional competence, knowledge, and skills necessary for the satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities.
Completes required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements.
Promotes and advocates for patient quality, safety, and experience initiatives. Acts as a role model.
Serves as SME/resource to the dept/unit/practice in areas such as quality, performance improvement, and EMR (i.e., EPIC Super User).
Has oversight of efficient and effective patient flow including preparing the patient for the visit/admission and providing specific services and education as determined by the providers in accordance with licensure and policy.
Leads and supports development of standard work and develops necessary customizations.
Functions as a clinical preceptor and is responsible for training new staff.
Is compliant with scope of practice.
**Minimum Qualifications:**
High School or GED (Required)BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
**Additional Job Description:**
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or Equivalent AND one of the following:
Completion of a Medical Assistant Career Tech Program
Completion of School of Medical Assisting
Military Medic Training
Paramedic (EMT-P) Training
**Work Shift:**
Day
**Scheduled Weekly Hours :**
40
**Department**
PCP Tippett Court
Join us!
. if your passion is to work in a caring environment
. if you believe that learning is a life-long process
. if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry
Equal Employment Opportunity
OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment

**We are more than a health system. We are a belief system.** We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more - in our careers and in our communities.
**Job Description Summary:**
The Clinical Leader PCLM provides leadership and coordinates the design, development, implementation and evaluation of the programs, services, processes, systems within responsible area; assures quality, service, and satisfaction, continuum and process improvement, efficient utilization of resources and financial performance; assures productivity standards are met.
**Responsibilities And Duties:**
75% Performs Clinical Operation/Supervisory duties to ensure quality, services, and satisfaction to clients served.
Serves as a direct care provider when needed and appropriate, maintaining recognized standards of clinical practice and patient care.
Coordinates the integration of the interdisciplinary team to achieve effective patient outcomes or flow, efficient utilization of resources and patient satisfaction.
Directs, delegates, and/or engages in treatment of patients and families to achieve optimal health outcomes.
Serves as a central resource person and maintains open and accurate lines of communication for all customers.
Creates efficient schedules for the interdisciplinary staff and patients to assure the appropriate staff/skill mix.
Establishes systems, processes, standards, and structure and works collaboratively with Leadership to assure smooth operations, safety,
patient satisfaction, effective service delivery and achieving desired results.
10% Participates in recruitment activities.
Performs staff development.
Acts as a clinical resource for interdisciplinary staff members and facilitates learning.
Appraises interdisciplinary staff performance and provides formal and informal feedback, goal setting, and on-going supervision.
Assures appropriate orientation.
Communicates with the interdisciplinary staff, in tandem with Leadership, through regularly scheduled staff meetings, memos, informational and educational updates.
10% Participates on unit and hospital-based committees and initiatives to improve clinical practice and patient outcomes
Performs departmental audits.
Rounds daily on patients and/or associates to observe and obtain information about the patient experience and associate satisfaction.
Provides real-time feedback and coaching to associates on connecting and anticipating and meeting patient and family needs; every patient,
every time. Acts as a communication liaison for students and vendor representatives.
5% Assists the direct manager with maintaining and identifying budget needs through cost effective practice.
Assures cost efficient use of department resources
**Minimum Qualifications:**
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support - American Heart Association, BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, RN - Registered Nurse - Ohio Board of Nursing
**Additional Job Description:**
Current RN licensure in the State of Ohio; Minimum 2 years clinical Experiencedepartment-Specific (in addition to above)- Prior RN Experience in related field- BLS/ACLS Certified- in related field- Demonstrated leadership skills
**Work Shift:**
Night
**Scheduled Weekly Hours :**
40
**Department**
Intensive Care Unit 1
Join us!
. if your passion is to work in a caring environment
. if you believe that learning is a life-long process
. if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry
Equal Employment Opportunity
OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment

**We are more than a health system. We are a belief system.** We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more - in our careers and in our communities.
**Job Description Summary:**
This position provides supervision for a laboratory section(s)of a clinical laboratory .
**Responsibilities And Duties:**
30%
TECHNICAL OPERATIONS 1. Supervises and directs departmental technical operations and human resources. 2. Promotes strong customer service orientation with a zero tolerance for inappropriate or suboptimal performance. 3. Acts as interdepartmental liaison resolving operational and technical problems within department and between laboratory and other departments as they arise. 4. Investigates specimen problems, service complaints and any delays in performance of procedures. 5. Acts as consult to physicians and other hospital departments, assumes management functions in concert with the division manager. 6. Develops, evaluates and implements new procedures when necessary to improve function, productivity and service. 7. Assists division manager in assuring all regulatory standards CAP, CLIA, ASC p are met within the area. 8. Maintains appropriate documents and manuals, reviewing and revising as necessary while maintaining optimal cost effective delivery of lab services.
25%
STAFFING ASSIGNMENTS AND PRODUCTIVITY 1. Assures optimal efficiency, effectiveness, and safety within the area. Monitors workflow, staffing assignments and productivity; recommends and implement change to improve both. 2. Provides training and schedules in-services for staff to meet regulatory compliance, to understand changing environments and support continuing education needs.
20%
STAFF DEVELOPMENT 1. Enables and promotes employee development; provides coaching; counsels when appropriate. 2. Maintains effective relationship with peers; promotes good inter-employee relationships. 3. Leads by example according to mission, vision and values of OhioHealth. 4. Provides technical orientation and instruction of new personnel. Provides ongoing instruction to current personnel in procedures, techniques, safety and organization of work. 5. Participates in continuing education programs in both technical and managerial areas with emphasis on new technology and human relation skills.
20%
May perform responsibilities of Med Techs and or Lab Specialists as determined by site requirements. Including but not limited to testing, method validation, customer service, QA, continuing education.
5%
Performs other misc. duties as assigned.
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Associate's Degree (Required)
**Additional Job Description:**
3- 5 years Experience in a patient care or clinical setting
**Work Shift:**
Day
**Scheduled Weekly Hours :**
40
**Department**
Core Lab
Join us!
. if your passion is to work in a caring environment
. if you believe that learning is a life-long process
. if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry
Equal Employment Opportunity
OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment

**We are more than a health system. We are a belief system.** We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more - in our careers and in our communities.
**Job Description Summary:**
The Clinical Leader PCLM provides leadership and coordinates the design, development, implementation and evaluation of the programs, services, processes, systems within responsible area; assures quality, service, and satisfaction, continuum and process improvement, efficient utilization of resources and financial performance; assures productivity standards are met.
**Responsibilities And Duties:**
75% Performs Clinical Operation/Supervisory duties to ensure quality, services, and satisfaction to clients served.
Serves as a direct care provider when needed and appropriate, maintaining recognized standards of clinical practice and patient care.
Coordinates the integration of the interdisciplinary team to achieve effective patient outcomes or flow, efficient utilization of resources and patient satisfaction.
Directs, delegates, and/or engages in treatment of patients and families to achieve optimal health outcomes.
Serves as a central resource person and maintains open and accurate lines of communication for all customers.
Creates efficient schedules for the interdisciplinary staff and patients to assure the appropriate staff/skill mix.
Establishes systems, processes, standards, and structure and works collaboratively with Leadership to assure smooth operations, safety,
patient satisfaction, effective service delivery and achieving desired results.
10% Participates in recruitment activities.
Performs staff development.
Acts as a clinical resource for interdisciplinary staff members and facilitates learning.
Appraises interdisciplinary staff performance and provides formal and informal feedback, goal setting, and on-going supervision.
Assures appropriate orientation.
Communicates with the interdisciplinary staff, in tandem with Leadership, through regularly scheduled staff meetings, memos, informational and educational updates.
10% Participates on unit and hospital-based committees and initiatives to improve clinical practice and patient outcomes
Performs departmental audits.
Rounds daily on patients and/or associates to observe and obtain information about the patient experience and associate satisfaction.
Provides real-time feedback and coaching to associates on connecting and anticipating and meeting patient and family needs; every patient,
every time. Acts as a communication liaison for students and vendor representatives.
5% Assists the direct manager with maintaining and identifying budget needs through cost effective practice.
Assures cost efficient use of department resources
**Minimum Qualifications:**
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support - American Heart Association, BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, RN - Registered Nurse - Ohio Board of Nursing
**Additional Job Description:**
Current RN licensure in the State of Ohio; Minimum 2 years clinical Experiencedepartment-Specific (in addition to above)- Prior RN Experience in related field- BLS/ACLS Certified- in related field- Demonstrated leadership skills
**Work Shift:**
Night
**Scheduled Weekly Hours :**
40
**Department**
Intensive Care Unit 1
Join us!
. if your passion is to work in a caring environment
. if you believe that learning is a life-long process
. if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry
Equal Employment Opportunity
OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment

**We are more than a health system. We are a belief system.** We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more - in our careers and in our communities.
**Job Description Summary:**
Works under the direction of Dir Safety, Environment of Care & Emergency Mgmtand is responsible for monitoring and improving the Environment of Care and Safety program at a hospital campus. Monitors and maintains the hospitals compliance with JCAHO, OSHA, EPA and state and local regulations pertaining to safety, fire safety and environmental protection.
**Responsibilities And Duties:**
20%
Responsible for oversight of the EC and Safety Program at a hospital campus, conducts proactive risk assessment and identifies performance improvement opportunities, monitors key safety control measures for that campus and responds to deviations in performance. May develop safety plans or programs to be used across the hospital system.
20%
Provides oversight for the hospital risk assessment and emergency preparedness program. Develops, conducts and documents drills and exercises designed to evaluate the organization's preparedness. Develops emergency action plans. Acts as a resource to the hospital leadership team during emergency plan implementations. Responds to Emergencies when on duty and as required during off duty hours. Represents the organization on community emergency preparedness committees.
5%
Designs and conducts employee safety training. Identifies training needs as a result of risk assessments, new regulations or incident reviews.
20%
Conducts general safety and life safety inspections of facilities and compliance audits of safety and environmental policy and programs. Documents deficiencies or performance gaps and develops plans for improvement resulting in a safety and environmental compliance program with a high degree of integrity.
10%
Oversee the Hazardous Chemical Waste Program including, handling, packing and documentation of the chemical waste. Inspection and maintaining regulatory documentation of hazardous storage and accumulation sites. Works as liaison with chemical waste vendor resulting in an EPA compliant program
5%
Conducts personal and environmental exposure monitoring as determined by schedule and need. Communicates results to the customer department per OSHA requirements, and maintains required documentation.
15%
Coordinates the overall Fire Extinguisher, Inspection and Maintenance Program in Accordance with NFPA 10 and OSHA Regulations. a Ensures all Fire Extinguishers are inspected monthly b Audits Program for compliance c Maintains inventory and inspection documents d Replaces used or non-compliant Fire Extinguishers A. S. A. P. e Review Fire Extinguisher placement to ensure appropriate for Hazards.
5%
Chairs committees or process teams regarding safety and emergency preparedness issues. Attends meetings to represent hospital safety
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Bachelor's Degree (Required)
**Additional Job Description:**
Field of Study: a safety related discipline / Industrial Hygiene and 3 Years of Experience in the management of healthcare safety. Recent Life safety Code certificate, Experience in the application of JCAHO Environment of Care standards, Excellent computer skills. years of healthcare safety management Experience may be substituted for / BS degree
**Work Shift:**
Day
**Scheduled Weekly Hours :**
40
**Department**
Safety Management
Join us!
. if your passion is to work in a caring environment
. if you believe that learning is a life-long process
. if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry
Equal Employment Opportunity
OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment

**About this role:** As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at Fresenius Medical Care, you play a vital part in supporting people who entrust us with their care, their families, and your fellow care team members. You will build deep relationships with patients when they come into our clinic.
**How you grow or advance:** Previous healthcare experience is not required to join us as a PCT. Passion for helping others, teamwork, and a desire to learn and grow are what you need to be successful. We will provide robust training and support as you kick off your career, and we will introduce you to career path options as you grow with us either as a PCT or venture into a new role such as Registered Nurse or a leadership role.
**Our culture:** We believe our employees are our most important asset - we value, care about, and support our people. We are there when you may need us most, from tuition reimbursement to support your education goals, scholarships to family members, relief when natural disasters strike, and financial support when personal hardship hits; we take care of our people.
**Our focus on diversity:** We have built a nurturing environment that welcomes every age, race, gender, sexual orientation, background, and cultural tradition. We have a diverse range of employee resource groups (ERGs) to encourage employees with similar interests, goals, social and cultural backgrounds, or experiences to come together for professional and personal development, discussion, activities, and peer support. Our diverse workforce and culture encourage opportunity, equity, and inclusion for all, which is a tremendous asset that sets us apart.
At Fresenius Medical Care, you will truly make a difference in the lives of people living with kidney disease. If this sounds like the career and company you have been looking for, and you want to be a vital part of the future of healthcare, apply today.
**PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:**
As a member of the nephrology healthcare team, you will provide safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
+ Sets up, tests, and operates hemodialysis machines for patient treatments.
+ Obtains and documents necessary pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight for each patient.
+ Evaluates vascular access pre-treatment and performs vascular access cannulation.
+ Evaluates intradialytic problems and provides intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
+ Monitors patients' response to dialysis therapy.
+ Evaluates patient prior to termination of venous access and discontinues dialysis treatment according to established procedures.
+ Reports any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to supervisor.
+ Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner.
+ Collects, labels, appropriately prepares, and stores lab samples according to required laboratory specifications.
+ Cleans and disinfects dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.
+ Assists other healthcare members in providing patient education.
+ Prepares, organizes, and efficiently uses supplies and equipment to prevent waste.
**EDUCATION AND LICENSES** **:**
+ High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
**EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS** **:**
+ Qualities and traits: dependable, compassionate, caring, supportive, collaborative, reliable.
+ Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility (preferred but not required).
+ Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the Fresenius Medical Care dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.
**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 functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
+ Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. We will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made.
+ Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, business unit and corporate meetings may be required.
+ The work environment is characteristic of a healthcare facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
+ The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional basis lift up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a 2-person assist program and "material assist" devices for the heavier items.
**_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.**
**EOE, disability/veterans**

Join our team! - Rated Newsweek's Most Loved Workplaces. - Paid Dialysis Training - Tuition reimbursement - Competitive Pay & Benefits - Eligible for healthcare benefits 30 days after hire date. - Generous PTO and ESL leave accrual - 401K Retirement benefits with match - Many perks and discount programs available. Training Provided.
**PURPOSE** **AND** **SCOPE:**
Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies. Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).
**PRINCIPAL** **DUTIES** **AND** **RESPONSIBILITIES:**
**Patient Related**
Education:
+ Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.
Treatment:
+ Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.
+ Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.
+ Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment
+ 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 and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure
+ Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.
+ Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.
+ Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification
+ Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients' dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed.
+ Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160.
+ Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification
+ Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and, if applicable, progress notes.
+ Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the registered nurse or supervisor.
+ Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report any change or unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.
+ Perform and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.
+ Evaluate patients' vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures, provide appropriate intervention as needed, document and report any unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.
+ Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for collection.
+ Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy.
+ Prepare, organize, and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage.
+ Monitors patients performing self-care under the supervision of RN.
**Staff Related**
+ Assists in training of applicable direct patient care staff on appropriate programs under the supervision of a nurse.
**Education/Communication:**
+ Follows all organization business policies, procedures and systems incorporated into training, including compliance with ethical business practices
+ Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean.
+ Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.
+ Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and document where appropriate and perform all required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing including Pressure Holding (PHT).
+ Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS) system.
**RECORD KEEPING:**
+ Complete and document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.
+ Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner.
+ Review treatment sheets for completeness, ensure nursing signatures are documented, and ensure
omitted entries are completed or corrected by appropriate staff.
+ Prepare initial patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate placement in chart.
+ Prepare/print lab requisitions for prescribed or stat Lab specimens according to laboratory destination.
+ Collect, label, appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required laboratory specifications.
+ Ensure collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier.
**INFECTION CONTROL:**
+ Assists in collecting information for infection control audits.
+ Supports staff and patient Adherence to infection control practices.
+ Follows infection control Policies and Procedures
+ Participates in and reinforces infection control education of patients and families under the direction of the CM or designee as allowed by state law.
**TRANSITIONAL CARE UNIT:**
+ Follows all newly admitted patients through their first 4 weeks of dialysis and coordinating their transitional dialysis care
+ Reinforces all education and care related matters as it relates to the new patient as allowed by state law
+ Liaisons with appropriate FKC staff members to provide the best patient experience including making sure all disciplines are scheduled to see patient according to plan.
+ Assists in assuring patient understanding or home dialysis products, benefits of home and how home dialysis can work for them.
+ Sets and preforms a treatment on all machines used in the transitional care unit.
+ Assist in assuring patient understanding of treatment options including demonstration of the peritoneal dialysis set-up.
+ Assists with coordination of transition to patient's modality choice.
+ Assists with supply ordering and inventory for TCU
**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 functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
+ Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the
Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable
accommodations can be made.
+ Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.
+ 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
+ The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation.Equipmentaidsand/orcoworkersmayprovideassistance.Thispositionrequiresfrequent,prolongedperiodsof standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional lift basis up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist" devices for the heavier items.
**EDUCATION** **AND** **LICENSES:**
+ HighSchooldiplomaorG.E.D. required.
+ Must meet Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved state and/or national certification requirements within the required state or CMS timeline.
+ Allappropriatestatelicensure,education,andtraining(ifany) required.
+ Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards
**EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS** **:**
+ Previouspatientcareexperienceinahospitalsettingorarelatedfacility preferred.
+ Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.
**_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.**
**EOE, disability/veterans**