Specialty Technician - Inpatient Dialysis - North

Job description

Job Summary
The Specialty Patient Technician (SPT) primarily transports patients safely and promptly to and from the inpatient dialysis unit; supporting timely treatments and operational efficiency. Under the direction of the Nurse Manager and Registered Nurses; the SPT also maintains supplies and inventory; supports unit readiness; and assists with patient care needs. Training is provided for internal and external disinfection of hemodialysis machines.
Key Responsibilities
• Patient transport. Coordinate patient transport and assist with safe transfers; positioning; and mobility; promptly communicate delays or concerns to nursing staff.
• Supplies and inventory. Restock treatment areas; organize supplies; monitor expiration dates; and report shortages.
• Equipment readiness. Perform internal and external machine disinfection and assigned water quality checks after training and competency validation; following manufacturer instructions and hospital procedures.
• Unit and patient support. Assist with patient comfort; hygiene; treatment supplies; routine communication; and maintaining a clean; organized environment.
• Safety and teamwork. Follow infection prevention; patient safety; and confidentiality requirements; complete required training and report patient or equipment concerns promptly.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education
• High School or equivalent

Minimum Work Experience
• Patient transport; patient care; or hospital experience preferred. Strong communication; organization; and teamwork skills; reliability; and ability to perform assigned duties using safe patient handling practices. Technical duties require completed training and demonstrated competency.

Required Licenses/Certifications
• BCLS certification

Required Skills; Knowledge; and Abilities
• Maintain professional appearance and decorum at all times.
• Input data into computer programs.
• Ability to work with therapeutic equipment.
• Ability to handle confidential information.

Designated Driver
• No

OSHA Category
• 1 - High Risk