Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally.  Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

To provide patient care and support to the adult hemodialysis patients according to established policy/protocol under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports Michigan Dialysis Services commitment to quality and safety, including patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities.

• General supervision is received from Clinical Nursing Director (CND) and/ or Clinical Nursing Supervisor. 
• Functional supervision is received from nursing staff.

BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY
Provides patient care and support to the hemodialysis patients according to established protocol. Maintains clinical expertise within this unique patient population.
Works collaboratively with other health care team members.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Initiate, monitor and terminate outpatient hemodialysis treatments according to established protocols.
Observe and accurately document care provided within unit guidelines for assigned patients.
Prepare dialysis machine according to dialysis prescription.
Ensure dialysis equipment is cleaned and disinfected through the units policies.
Assist in stocking of medical supplies for the dialysis unit.
Mixing of acid and bicarbonate solutions for dialysis circuits
Troubleshoots alarm conditions.
Collect, spin and package lab specimens as required for lab testing.
Communicate with appropriate
nursing staff and provider as patient condition warrants.
Maintain and protect patient confidentiality.

Interact with peers, patients, family and interdisciplinary team members.
Transports and assists patients in activities of daily living.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
General supervision is received from nursing leadership of the Hemodialysis unit.

• High school graduate or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certified hemodialysis technician, CCHT or BONENT.
• Basic life support (BLS) certified.
• Minimum of two years' with current hemodialysis experience.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform at a fast paced 1:4, staff: patient ratio.
• Ability to lift and push heavy equipment.
• Ability to lift, move and position patients.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work well as part of a team and adapt to change in a positive and constructive manner.
• Documented history of excellent punctuality and attendance.

• Experience with electronic medical record documentation.
• Knowledge of Michigan Medicine policies and procedures.
• Experience with charting in Fresenius Chairside.

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems.  In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Hours will be variable day and eve shifts as needed, float between Canton and Livonia, but could include Ann Arbor, and any future dialysis location, subject to change with clinic needs.

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.