Urgent Search: Dialysis Technician - FT Days
Company: Sanford Health
Location: Sioux Falls
Posted on: June 26, 2025
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Job Description:
Careers With Purpose Sanford Health is one of the largest and
fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States.
We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities
to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are
dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad
footprint. Facility: Imagenetics Building Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Address: 1321 W 22nd St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105, USA Shift: 12 Hours
- Day Shifts Job Schedule: Full time Weekly Hours: 36.00 Salary
Range: $17.00 - $23.50 Pay Info: $4,000 Sign On Bonus Department
Details No Sundays or nights Good Culture and Team Work, Do not
work Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Years Day Braun Machines and
newer Unit Job Summary Performs the delegated nursing interventions
to the stable dialysis patient under direct supervision of the
registered nurse. This may include but not limited to; initiation
of dialysis, monitoring patient during treatments, discontinuing
treatments, proper operation of the dialysis equipment, gathering
and documenting pertinent patient information, and responding to
alarms. Knowledge of and utilize appropriate age related patient
care protocols relating to the physical and psychological needs of
patients of all age groups. Ability to work with growth and
development needs of unique client populations. Prepares dialysis
equipment for patient treatment according to the dialysis
prescription; this includes safety tests and setting alarm limits
according to policy. Inspect the access site and perform
cannulation of the dialysis access to initiate the treatment.
Obtains blood samples via the dialysis lines or access site.
Adjusts blood flow rates and fluid removal rates according to
policy. Monitors and documents dialysis treatment parameters/vital
signs and makes adjustments to treatment parameters, under the
direction of the licensed nurse. Initiate and discontinue dialysis
treatments. Responds to dialysis related emergencies, including
cardiopulmonary resuscitation, under the direction of the licensed
nurse. Administers the medication considered part of the
hemodialysis treatment to include: Heparin, local anesthetic via
intradermal route, and Normal Saline. Knowledge of and application
of dialysis infection control practices that include, but not
limited to; Use of personal protective equipment, disinfection of
equipment and supplies, dialysis station sanitization, and
isolation precautions. Demonstrate proficiency in computerized
charting, software applications, and other computer skills.
Knowledge of water system components, water system testing, and
application of appropriate actions to take if monitoring parameters
out of defined limits. Participates in the orientation and
education of dialysis technicians. Qualifications High school
graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) is required. One-year
experience in a health care environment is preferred. Dialysis
experience preferred. Knowledge of various equipment/supplies and
its general use, medical terminology, and computer skills
preferred. Must possess or obtain certification as a Hemodialysis
Technician from the National Nephrology Certification Commission
(NNCC), the Board of Nephrology Examiners Nursing and Technology
(BONENT), or other approved certifying agency within 18 months of
hire. If working in South Dakota (SD), must register as Unlicensed
Dialysis Technician through the SD Board of Nursing once
certification is received (within 18 months). Obtains and
subsequently maintains required department specific competencies
and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) is required through
the American Heart. Benefits Sanford Health offers an attractive
benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees.
Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health
insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a
401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous
time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more
information about Total Rewards, visit . Sanford is an EEO/AA
Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a
disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with
your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an
email to talent@sanfordhealth.org . Sanford Health has a Drug Free
Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and
pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
Req Number: R-0209997 Job Function: Allied Health Featured: No
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