Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

Position performs duties related to patient care such as initiating and terminating dialysis treatments, performing phlebotomy, maintaining records and responding to needs of patients that are treated in the outpatient dialysis setting.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Arranges and maintains equipment and supplies for performance of dialysis and other procedures, including preparation of Dialysate solutions.
• Performs cannulation, initiates, monitors and discontinues dialysis treatment.
• Observes and monitors patient vital signs and significant dialysis treatment parameters; assesses patient signs and symptoms and provides treatment accordingly.
• Communicates pertinent patient information or changes in patient condition to the team leader; documents these results per unit's policies.
• Transports, weighs and assists patients to and from wheelchairs, stretchers and chairs.
• Maintains patient confidentiality per HIPAA guidelines and responds to patient concerns in a timely manner.

Preferred Qualifications

• Dialysis experience.
• Basic Life Support.
• Medical Assistant/CAN certification.
• Organizational, interpersonal, communication and phlebotomy skills
• Ability to work in a team setting
• Mathematical ability
• Ability to respond appropriately in emergent situations
• Working knowledge of computers.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent high school certification with six months of experience in a hospital or outpatient health care facility setting.
• Certification by nationally recognized board (NNCC and BONET) is required within 18 months of hire.

Grade

C06-H

Salary Range

$16.66 - $24.17 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universityâ™s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

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