36 Sharp Healthcare jobs in Chula Vista

**Facility:** Corporate Offices
**City** San Diego
**Department**
**Job Status**
Per Diem
**Shift**
Variable
**FTE**
**Shift Start Time**
**Shift End Time**
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board; Other; California Pharmacy Technician License (TCH) - CA State Board of Pharmacy; H.S. Diploma or Equivalent
**Hours** **:**
**Shift Start Time:**
Variable
**Shift End Time:**
Variable
**AWS Hours Requirement:**
8/40 - 8 Hour Shift
**Additional Shift Information:**
**Weekend Requirements:**
As Needed
**On-Call Required:**
No
**Hourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum):**
$27.840 - $4.800 - 41.770
The stated pay scale reflects the range that Sharp reasonably expects to pay for this position.  The actual pay rate and pay grade for this position will be dependent on a variety of factors, including an applicant's years of experience, unique skills and abilities, education, alignment with similar internal candidates, marketplace factors, other requirements for the position, and employer business practices.
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**What You Will Do**
Under the supervision of a pharmacist, provides technical knowledge, skill and expertise required for the provision of comprehensive pharmaceutical care that supports the mission, values and philosophy of Pharmacy Services and Sharp HealthCare. Position requirement must include the ability to perform a majority of defined tasks below.
**Required Qualifications**
+ Other Education pursuant to licensure requirement.
+ California Pharmacy Technician License (TCH) - CA State Board of Pharmacy -REQUIRED
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ H.S. Diploma or Equivalent
+ 1 Year experience in hospital pharmacy environment.
+ Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board -PREFERRED
**Essential Functions**
+ IV preparation managementPrepares all IV admixtures in strict accordance with established guidelines.Properly handles and prepares chemotherapeutic agents using the appropriate precautions in the Biological Safety Cabinet (BSC).Runs fill lists (IV labels) and organizes workload to accomplish all admixture tasks in time to meet established batch delivery times.Performs primary check of labeling to ascertain completeness of label according to established procedures.Always obtains pharmacist check prior to dispensing IV admixtures.Responds to special admixture requests to meet criteria established for STAT, ASAP and NOW IV admixtures.Recycles IVs where possible and removes expired products from circulation.Maintains IV area in a clean/orderly manner and restocks prior to the end of shift.
+ Inventory controlCommunicates special or urgent inventory needs to buyer, or follows-through with ordering or procuring if required.Cleans and documents cleaning of horizontal laminar flow hood, Biological Safety Cabinet contiguous admixture areas, and shelving areas.Performs all tubing and IV solution changes, equipment setup, testing and calibrations according to department procedures 100% of the time.Ensures proper med storage to prevent premature degradation or expiration.Monitors and documents refrigerator/freezer temperatures daily and follows up on variances.Completes assigned pharmacy and nursing inspections.Removes outdated and unusable medications to segregated storage site.Maintains neat and organized work areas.Maintains integrity of Pharmacy Waste streams.
+ Medication deliveryDelivers medications to and accurately places medications in Pyxis MedStationsExchanges medication cassettes within designated time frame, appropriately transfers bulk medications/ removes discontinued medications from non-exchange medication cassettes.Routinely checks nursing station refrigerators for discontinued medications.Responds to special delivery requests to meet criteria established for STAT, ASAP and NOW medication orders.
+ Medication safety and useParticipates in surveillance initiatives such as: Pyxis override report monitoring, anesthesia controlled substance audits, medication safety event reporting etc.Proactively identifies potential medication safety improvement opportunities such as look alike, sound alike medication storage and packaging issues, delivery / storage / security related issues, inventory management issues etc.Proactively participates in the development of medication safety initiatives to prevent occurrence or reoccurrence of medication safety events.Demonstrates awareness of medication safety communications delivered by pharmacy management and safe medication practice pharmacist.Prepares laboratory reports, target renal lists and other targeted report data as required for pharmacist consult or advisory service review.
+ Processes medication ordersAdheres to all legal and pharmacy procedures, including pharmacist check of all work prior to dispensing.Assures that incoming phone calls are answered promptly and with courtesy.Assures that all tasks are accomplished during shift.Prioritizes new orders/requests and enters them into the computer (where applicable) for verification by the pharmacist.Accurately prepares and labels first and subsequent doses for pharmacist check prior to dispensing.Prepares pharmacist checked medications for delivery.Helps to resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
+ Supply maintenanceDemonstrates consistent commitment to efficient pharmacy operations by printing, accurately filling and verifying completion of all fill lists associated with Pyxis MedStation operations, unit dose patient cassettes, floor stock, and stock out notices.Consistently prioritizes and accomplishes fill list related workload in a manner that promotes smooth pharmacy operations and the medication preparation delivery process.Sustains a high level of accuracy by consistently selecting, ordering and restocking the correct medication, dosage, and strength.Obtains pharmacist check prior to dispensing 100% of the time.Accurately documents doses dispensed/credited on fill lists.Prepares, labels and documents the pre-packing / re-packaging of unit dose, bulk and compounded medications according to policy, procedure and regulatory standards.
Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class

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Summary

Responsible for serving as the first point of contact for patients. Will guide patients through the process from initial greeting and addressing questions to scheduling and processing payments following treatment. Will also maintain records and accounts and ensure the reception area remains clean and professional.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for all patients both in person and via the phone. Answer questions and concerns, schedule appointments and ensure scheduling stays on track, and process all payments. Notify providers of any service delays and ensure optimization of patients' satisfaction, provider time, and treatment room utilization.
• Maintain patient accounts by obtaining, recording, and updating personal and financial information.
• Consistently track and maintain inventory. Anticipate and notify about needed supplies; verify receipt of supplies.
• Adhere to all policies, procedures, and federal, state, and local laws to ensure the protection of patients' personal and financial information.
• Support the call center, as scheduled.
• Ensure the waiting area, front desk, and restroom are free of clutter and remain clean and sanitized. Clean and stock the providers' rooms.
• Perform other administrative duties and/or support projects, as assigned.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience: 1-2 years of experience in a professional setting.

Skills/Abilities

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong time management and organization skills.
• Ability and comfort in utilizing computers and software programs.
• Ability to effectively multitask while maintaining a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to comfortably pivot in tasks as the company's needs fluctuate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a medical spa or medical office.

It is the policy of SDBotox to comply with all federal and state laws concerning the employment of persons with disabilities and to act in accordance with regulations and guidance issued by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Furthermore, it is the company's policy not to discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities in regard to application procedures, hiring, advancement, discharge, compensation, training, or other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

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**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. **ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:** I acknowledge that I have read and accepted this job description. I understand what is expected of me in this position, and I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined with or without reasonable accommodation. Furthermore, I understand that the duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. If I have any questions about duties and responsibilities not specified in this job description that I am asked to perform, I should discuss them with my immediate supervisor or my Human Resources representative. Employee Name (Please Print) Employee Signature Date **ADDENDUM:** **Home Therapies Program (Not Home Assist)** This list pertains to task performed in the Home Therapies program under the direct supervision of the Home Therapies registered nurse (HT RN) and in compliance with state laws. + May assist HT RN on Home Visit as directed + Reinforces PD/HHD patient education under supervision of HT Registered Nurse as permitted under state law + Schedules and contacts patients regarding appointments + Weigh patient and obtain vital signs + Collect patient's treatment records and review for completion. Notify RN of incomplete / missing records. + Cleaning and prepping treatment room; preparing charts prior to clinic visit + Preparing lab tubes and requisitions & assisting with lab draw days both pre and post draw (PCT certified phlebotomy or per state regulations) + Clerical duties as assigned (faxing, mailing to physician offices etc.) + Set-up of the home hemodialysis machine and PD Cycler + Assist with exit site care when directed by HT RN + Warm dialysate solution when directed by the HT RN + Obtain home hemodialysis water and dialysate samples and process for testing as directed by HT RN + Creates and sends patient reminders (supply inventory for order, Kt/V collection, bringing meds to clinic visit for review) + Prepare initial patient chart for admission. Complies and maintains medical records according to company policy and procedure and in compliance with all appropriate regulatory requirements + Maintains logs as directed and applicable + Support patient registration and use of connected health + Provide patient home support as indicated and permissible under state law and applicable regulations Inventory of Home Program + Maintains par levels of home department supplies + Files home patient packing slips/invoices Inventory for Patients + Assists patient with supply management and contacting customer service The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies. Hourly Rate: $24 - $27 Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave. **Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.** **EOE, disability/veterans**

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. The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies. Hourly Rate: $24 - $27 Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave.

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. 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 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: * High School diploma or G.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. * All appropriate state licensure, education, and training (if any) required. * Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: * Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility preferred. * Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: I acknowledge that I have read and accepted this job description. I understand what is expected of me in this position, and I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined with or without reasonable accommodation. Furthermore, I understand that the duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. If I have any questions about duties and responsibilities not specified in this job description that I am asked to perform, I should discuss them with my immediate supervisor or my Human Resources representative. Employee Name (Please Print) Employee Signature Date ADDENDUM: Home Therapies Program (Not Home Assist) This list pertains to task performed in the Home Therapies program under the direct supervision of the Home Therapies registered nurse (HT RN) and in compliance with state laws. * May assist HT RN on Home Visit as directed * Reinforces PD/HHD patient education under supervision of HT Registered Nurse as permitted under state law * Schedules and contacts patients regarding appointments * Weigh patient and obtain vital signs * Collect patient's treatment records and review for completion. Notify RN of incomplete / missing records. * Cleaning and prepping treatment room; preparing charts prior to clinic visit * Preparing lab tubes and requisitions & assisting with lab draw days both pre and post draw (PCT certified phlebotomy or per state regulations) * Clerical duties as assigned (faxing, mailing to physician offices etc.) * Set-up of the home hemodialysis machine and PD Cycler * Assist with exit site care when directed by HT RN * Warm dialysate solution when directed by the HT RN * Obtain home hemodialysis water and dialysate samples and process for testing as directed by HT RN * Creates and sends patient reminders (supply inventory for order, Kt/V collection, bringing meds to clinic visit for review) * Prepare initial patient chart for admission. Complies and maintains medical records according to company policy and procedure and in compliance with all appropriate regulatory requirements * Maintains logs as directed and applicable * Support patient registration and use of connected health * Provide patient home support as indicated and permissible under state law and applicable regulations Inventory of Home Program * Maintains par levels of home department supplies * Files home patient packing slips/invoices Inventory for Patients * Assists patient with supply management and contacting customer service The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies. Hourly Rate: $24 - $27 Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave. Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

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. 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 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: * High School diploma or G.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. * All appropriate state licensure, education, and training (if any) required. * Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: * Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility preferred. * Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification. The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies. Hourly Rate: $24.00 - $29.00 Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave. 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.