Technician, Dialysis

Dialysis Tech - FT Days

North Alabama Medical Center, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a new employee joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute 
You'll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

What we offer 
Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:  
-    Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts  
-    Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees 
-    Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, employer paid short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage 
-    Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching  
-    Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness 
-    Professional development and growth opportunities

Position Summary
Dialysis Tech will be responsible for preparing and operating dialysis machines, monitoring patients throughout treatment, and ensuring safe and effective care for individuals with kidney failure.

Essential Functions:
*  Prepare dialysis equipment and ensure it is functioning correctly before each treatment.
Perform patient assessments before, during, and after dialysis treatment.
Monitor vital signs and patient reactions, reporting any abnormalities to the nurse or physician.
Initiate, monitor, and terminate dialysis treatment as prescribed

*  Maintain accurate patient records and treatment logs.
Clean, disinfect, and maintain dialysis equipment and treatment areas.
Follow infection control and safety protocols strictly.
Provide emotional support and education to patients about the dialysis process and care.
Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.

Qualifications and requirements
-    High school diploma or equivalent required. 
-    Completion of an approved Dialysis Technician training program.
-    Previous dialysis experience preferred but not required.
-    Basic Life Support (BLS) obtain within 60 days of hire.

Required Skills 
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

North Alabama Medical Center 263 bed hospital located in Florence, AL, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

"North Alabama Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. North Alabama Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.