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Description Make a significant impact with a world-class health system. Contribute to award-winning, Magnet&trade;-designated patient care. Experience unequaled professional rewards. UCan do all this and more at UCLA Health. Under minimal supervision, function primarily as a scrub and/or circulating nurse within the Main Operating Room. Administrative and teaching responsibilities to be performed as necessary, including inventory, instrument set-ups and chart reviews. Implement appropriate nursing interventions on a consistent basis, relevant to an operating room arena. Function as a member of a team. Inherent duties include, but are not limited to, the proper care of instrumentation and equipment, utilization of all safety measures and the accurate completion of all documentation Salary range: $83.31-$83.31Hourly Job Qualifications Qualifications<ul><li>Graduate from an accredited school of nursing with a BSN or MSN, required.</li><li>Current and valid California RN license required.</li><li>Current BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.</li><li>Clinical skills applicable to nursing specialty, OR.</li><li>Writing skills to accurately document the operative procedure with all interventions; i.e., drug and supply dispensing, equipment measurements and team member presence.</li><li>Skills in setting priorities, organizing workload effectively and integrating multiple assignments with multilevel personnel.</li><li>Skill in speaking the English language with excellent medical/surgical terminology.</li><li>Ability to comply with department standards inclusive of: attendance, dress code and varied work schedule.</li><li>Must pass a post offer physical.</li><li>Circulate and scrub experience in an OR required. Cardiac OR experience desired. </li><li>Official Transcripts and/or original diploma from a registered nursing program must be provided upon hire</li></ul>"}; { "@context": "http://schema.org/

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RN, Per Diem - Westwood Main OR

Description Join the team as an Advanced Practice Provider (PA) for the Pediatric Congenital Heart Program ***This is one Advanced Practice Provider position within the Congenital Heart Program that will be filled be either a PA or NP(req28619)*** Salary range: $72.77- $97.92 Hourly Job Qualifications Qualifications<ul><li>Active license to practice as a Physician Assistant in California and must possess certification as Certified Physician Assistant through NCCPA -Required</li><li>Degree from accredited Physician Assistant Program -Required ( Master's Degree from a PA program preferred)</li><li> A minimum of 2 years pediatric cardiology experience- required</li><li>BLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross-required</li><li>Ability to utilize excel, word and other software programs -required</li><li>Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and collaborative working relationships with administrative, clinical and academic personnel-required</li><li>Skill in working independently and following through with minimum direction-required</li><li>Ability to set priorities-required</li><li>Demonstrate writing skills to compose logical, detailed and grammatically correct correspondence-required</li><li>Document patient care in a concise and comprehensive manner-required</li></ul><ul><li>This is one Advanced Practice Provider position within the Structural Heart Program that will be filled be either a PA or NP (ref#1247)</li></ul>PA- Title Code 9203-range $70.65-$95.07 SR PA - Title Code 9204 - range $77.67-$104.54 "}; { "@context": "http://schema.org/

Physician Assistant- Pediatric Congenital Heart Program

Description In this role, you will: <ul><li> Oversee operations of the hospital and outpatient area's mechanical, plumbing and electrical systems, including HVAC, medical gas, life safety, nurse call, hardware, elevators, lighting and alarms. </li><li> Direct ongoing repairs, preventive maintenance and testing of the facility and its systems as well as implement corrective and deferred maintenance projects to improve, renew and modify those systems. </li><li> Contract with and oversee outside vendors providing services not performed by in-house staff. </li><li> Provide the necessary support and oversight to ensure UCLA Health meets the goals and objectives as outlined in the UNITRONICS Support and Maintenance Agreement </li></ul><ul><li> Supervise the activities assigned direct reports </li><li> Develop staffing schedules, assign workload and justify staffing requirements. </li><li> Evaluate performance of direct and indirect reports </li><li> Provide motivation, counseling and discipline as required. </li><li> Train and assess competency of staff in compliance with Human Resources, Cal OSHA and TJC, DHS and regulatory agency requirements. </li></ul><ul><li> Assist Manager with development of annual operating budgets. </li><li> Monitor monthly expenses and FTE trends and take action for adjustments and improvements as appropriate. </li><li> Advise Manager on need for capital expenditures for emergent repairs and replacement as well as planned capital for the upcoming budget year. </li><li> Other duties as needed </li></ul> Salary range: $67,400 - $133,400 / Annual Job Qualifications Qualifications<ul><li> Must have a minimum of 5years work experience in a building facilities leadership role; 2 years ofwhich are in acute healthcare setting. </li><li> Ability toestablish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers andprofessional staff. </li><li> Ability to set priorities which accurately reflect therelative importance of job responsibilities. </li><li> Ability to work independently andfollow-through on assignments with minimal supervision. </li><li> Ability to read,understand and interpret construction documentation, Architectural as well as MEP drawings and sequencesof operation. </li><li> Ability to effectively communicate orally on a one-to-one basis using appropriate vocabulary and grammar to obtain information, explain policies and procedures, and to persuade others to adopt a specific option or action. </li></ul> Preferred <ul><li> State contractor or trade license and/or certification preferred </li></ul>"}; { "@context": "http://schema.org/

Sr Superintendent, Plant Operations & Maintenance

Description In this position, you will provide administrative and patient care support to various ambulatory practices. You will assist in coordinating patient flow throughout the clinic, from registration to discharge, work as a member of the Ambulatory Care clinic team to provide smooth outpatient flow resulting in optimum patient satisfaction and clinic operation and support different teams/ practices to cover illnesses, holidays, and leaves of absence. This role requires a Team Assistant with a highly flexible, enthusiastic and proactive approach. Travel to all UCLA Community practices throughout the greater Southern California area and being physically present at the job site is required. Days and hours may vary depending on assignments. Rapid same day response assignment capability for urgent situations in an environment involving a high level of activity. Salary range: $24.57-$24.57 Hourly Job Qualifications Qualifications Required:<ul><li>Ability to demonstrate clear knowledge of job responsibilities; skillfully use equipment, software and tools required to do the job; and to work steadily to get job done</li><li>Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize assignments</li><li>Skill in efficiently and accurately facilitate the appointment making process, including transportation arrangements and maintain sub-specialty physician schedules</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to coordinate multiple appointments with staff from many clinical services at the UCLA Health System</li><li>Skill in using a PC with associated programs including Word, Excel, and E-mail, demonstrated work experience with a database computer program</li><li>Ability to be highly flexible, travel to multiple work sites within UCLA Health community based practices and work a variable schedule</li></ul>Highly desired:<ul><li>Working knowledge to complete on-line transactions, including appointment scheduling, procedure scheduling, encounter registration system, hospital lab results and medical reports</li><li>Knowledge of major medical insurance plans and types of coverage provided</li><li>Experience working in a healthcare setting</li><li>Knowledge of medical terminology</li></ul>"}; { "@context": "http://schema.org/

Admin Support - FPG Float Team

Description Perform pulmonary function and exercise testing on patients within the assigned ambulatory clinic. Generate reports using standardized procedures. Provide pulmonary function laboratory maintenance. Limited may convert to career. Salary range: $37.91-$50.03 Hourly Job Qualifications Qualifications Knowledge of a biological science or related field in order to perform pulmonary function testing. Skill in performing routine pulmonary function tests. Familiarity, knowledge, and ability to trouble-shoot: equipment routinely found in a pulmonary function laboratory. Ability to learn quickly and to transfer the knowledge from using one piece of equipment to a similar one. Ability to communicate on a one-to-one basis, with patients to explain and coach them during the test performance. Ability to demonstrate a humanistic, caring attitude to co-workers, administrators, patients, visitors, staff, faculty, physicians, and on-site servicemen. Ability to adapt to varying workloads and work environments. Ability to work independently with minimum supervision. Ability to interact appropriately with other staff members, laboratory workers and physicians. Ability to accept direction from supervisor's and to follow-through on assignments. Ability to maintain a good standard of attendance and punctuality. Skill in performing repetitive work according to set procedures, sequence, and pace. Responsive to human needs. Skill in interacting diplomatically with patients, families, and diverse populations under highly stressful conditions. Provide age-appropriate assessment, interaction, and intervention to meet the needs of clients served. Sensitivity to confidentiality issues concerning patients and family and commitment to complying with confidentiality issues at all times (i.e., during and after working hours). Ability to perform the following activities using proper body mechanics: transferring a patient weighing a minimum of 100 lbs., lift and carry a minimum of 35 lbs. Minimum 1 year experience performing Cardiopulmonary Exercise Studies preferred. California RCP REQUIRED. RRT and CPFT REQUIRED. RPFT Preferred Able to work independently "}; { "@context": "http://schema.org/

Pulmonary Function Technician

Description UCLA Health is seeking a fellowship trained, board-certified Urologist responsible for providing world class clinical care at the UCLA Health Santa Clarita clinic. Primary job duty shall be to provide direct patient care for patients at community practice, as part of UCLA Urology North. Salary range: $250000.00-$350000.00 Hourly Job Qualifications Qualifications<ul><li>Maintain a current license to practice medicine in the State of California</li><li>Board Certified in Urology</li><li>Fluoroscopy license</li><li>Ability to travel between UCLA Urology clinics as needed</li><li>Maintain a Federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA") license without restrictions, to the extent necessary to render professional medical services pursuant to the job duties and responsibilities set forth in the Position Description</li></ul>"}; { "@context": "http://schema.org/

Staff Physician - Urology

Description The Division of a Cardiology is seeking a motivated candidate to play a key role within a world-class health organization. Contribute to the financial well-being of a nationally-renowned research institute. Take your professional expertise to the next level. You can do all this and more at UCLA Health. As a Fund Manager, you will provide comprehensive analysis while managing extramural grant fund functions for the assigned Department of Medicine- Cardiology Division. In this high visibility position, we're looking to you to represent Research Faculty interests in all pre- and post-award areas. You will: &bull;Contact funding agencies to clarify and resolve issues &bull;Coordinate research activities, agency reports, and special requests &bull;Compose, edit, and prepare written correspondence &bull;Support the implementation of new/ongoing research administration activities &bull;Help Division Administrator complete research administration assignments &bull;Manage the preparation and submission of grant proposals and budgets &bull;Provide financial analysis and long-range planning for all awards &bull;Oversee operations of post-award activation and administration &bull;Review and recommend process improvements &bull;Develop systemized accounting operations Salary range: $28.20-$60.57 Hourly Job Qualifications Qualifications Required:<ul><li>Demonstrated skill in financial analysis, planning, preparation, and administration of a budget with multiple complex funding sources.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in post-award research administration, including fund close-out.</li><li>Skill in navigating through Query Data Base (QDB) and Employment Data Base (EDB).</li><li>Demonstrated experience in interpretation and hands-on application of accounting, budgetary, and auditing principles and practices in a University or non-profit environment.</li><li>Working knowledge of University financial ledgers and payroll and accounting systems.</li><li>Demonstrated skill in preparing short and long term budget projections and analyzing financial reports.</li><li>Mathematical skills and experience sufficient to monitor expenses, analyze costs, prepare budget projections, identify discrepancies, and identify potential problems using spreadsheet programs.</li><li>Working knowledge of University, NIH, and other major awarding agencies' grants restrictions and requirements.</li><li>Familiarity with UCLA transfer of fund online system.</li><li>Knowledge of microcomputer systems and local area networks in order to enter and manipulate </li><li>data on various computerized financial programs and downloads.</li><li>Familiarity with Microsoft word processing and spreadsheet programs to include MS Word, Excel, and Access.</li><li>Ability to initiate and implement novel solutions to various financial problems, including skill in organizing material, information, and resources in a systematic way to maximize efficiency and minimize duplication.</li><li>General knowledge of University personnel, payroll, purchasing and travel procedures and policies.</li><li>Ability to prepare computer-based analytical and administrative (ad-hoc) financial reports and correspondence, including cost management analysis to correlate resources with divisional programmatic needs in a clear, concise, and appropriate manner.</li><li>Ability to work with minimal supervision and set priorities in order to meet varying demands and competing deadlines from a variety of individuals.</li><li>Familiarity with human subject and animal subject and IRB policies and procedures.</li><li>Ability to accurately provide oral and written instructions and communicate clearly and concisely using proper English in order to convey messages, follow instructions, and obtain information.</li><li>Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal skills to interact effectively with all levels of faculty, physicians, principal investigators, staff, fellows, and the public in a cooperative manner, including members of EFM, OCGA, general accounting, and funding agencies.</li><li>Ability to function as part of a team and as accounting/grants manager liaison/analyst in large, complex divisions.</li><li>Ability to provide information and/or explain policies and procedures.</li><li>Skill in organizing material, information, and resources in a systematic way to maximize efficiency and minimize duplication.</li><li>Skill in projecting, analyzing, and monitoring income and expense trends on basis of existing revenue and cost data.</li><li>Skill in maintaining confidentiality at the highest levels</li><li>Skill in programmatic evaluation to develop and maintain information systems as they relate to extramural awards and proposals, personnel, financial and organizational needs.</li><li>Organizational skills to work effectively as a representative of the division.</li></ul>Preferred:<ul><li>Demonstrated expertise in proposal pre-awards submission process.</li><li>Demonstrated ability in creation of comprehensive databases and database management.</li><li>Familiarity with UCLA Payroll Expense Transfer system relating to transfer of salary funding.</li><li>Demonstrated management skills to provide direction and management of large divisional unit as necessary back-up and to represent the division at regional and national meetings.</li></ul>"}; { "@context": "http://schema.org/

Fund Manager (Hybrid)

Description In this position, you will protect and guard all assets, staff, patients, and visitors in and around the UCLA Health Urgent Care Clinic. Security Officers perform regular patrols and document all routine activities, incidents, and may perform in a lead capacity and other duties as assigned. Additionally, you will enforce all policies and state laws, and follow all guidelines including state regulatory agency requirements. Salary range: $21.82 - $28.24/hourly Job Qualifications Qualifications<ul><li> Possess and maintain current certification: Guard Card, D.O.J. Chemical Agent, CPR, driver's license and BLS Certification (American Heart Association or Red Cross). </li><li> Ability to clearly and concisely express ideas using appropriate vocabulary and spelling. </li><li> Ability to complete continual training classes as required. (Training provided) </li><li> Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with Thousand Oaks Primary & Specialty Care employees, Management, Security Management, Local Law Enforcement and surrounding community. </li><li> Ability to independently resolve issues working within set policies and procedures. </li><li> Ability to know and use available resources in order to solve problems. </li><li> Ability to operate security related equipment and general office equipment. </li><li> Ability to recognize the importance of dealing diplomatically with the public, and the importance of a good public appearance. </li><li> Ability to relay information, either in writing or verbally, in a professional manner. </li><li> Ability to see aspects of public relations in all facets of the job and the ability to understand the effects of actions on the entire organization. </li><li> Demonstrated ability to assess problematic or emergency situations and plan / execute an appropriate solution based on established guidelines or policies. </li><li> Knowledge and understanding of all Security Program operational policies and guidelines. </li><li> Knowledge of applicable geography in order to expedite calls and to be an effective information source. </li><li> Knowledge of penal and radio codes and language used in radio communications. </li><li> Physical ability to handle various intervention incidents, including patient restraints and violent subjects. </li><li> Physically able to perform sustained foot patrols, prolonged standing, lifting patients, and physically restrain patients or prisoners as necessary. </li><li> Visual and hearing ability to detect and report unusual circumstances quickly and accurately. </li><li> Working knowledge of security practices, protocols and techniques. </li></ul>"}; { "@context": "http://schema.org/

Security Officer - Vine Street

Description The Procurement Analyst III is responsible for using foundational purchasing knowledge to complete substantive assignments, projects and tasks of moderate scope and complexity. In a highly independent manner, this role will utilize department and campus protocol, policies and guidelines to make sound judgement on the acquisition of goods and services. The duties will include: &bull; Continuously improving the purchasing workflow to ensure timely and accurate completion of all purchasing requests to achieve best efficiency, develop, manage and maintain fiscal and operational reporting that can provide a variety of analytical insight &bull; Developing and maintaining accurate database of all inventoried equipment service agreements, delivery schedules and payment plans per lease or outright purchase details &bull; Drafting and executing complex purchase orders of capital expenditures, supplies and services which require multiple steps of compliance assurance and contract review &bull; Establishing strong bonds with vendors to review and ensure best rate and quality on service &bull; Reconciling complex account issues in close collaboration with campus central finance departments like Accounts Payable and Central Purchasing &bull; Train and develop new hire procurement specialists &bull; Working with Purchasing Manager to develop and distribute department guidelines and training on best practices, protocol and policy to all department employees and outside vendors in person and virtually Job Qualifications Qualifications &bull; Knowledge of University and Federal purchasing of equipment policies and procedures - preferred &bull; Strong, demonstrated skill and extensive experience using on-line Purchasing System (PAC) and/or BruinBuy to create complex requisitions and perform terms and rates review and negotiation with suppliers per UCLA compliance standards - preferred &bull; Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with Campus departments, department staff and leadership, and 3rd party suppliers to resolve problems as quickly as possible &bull; Ability to organize and manage large volumes of information in both physical filing systems and electronic database or filing systems &bull; Demonstrated ability to design, modify, create formulas, modify formats and run various reports in Excel &bull; Demonstrated skill in assessing situations, anticipating problems, gathering information or data, and recommending solutions &bull; Demonstrated skill in financial analysis, planning, preparation and administration for a budget with multiple complex funding sources &bull; Demonstrated skill in using IBM PC and Mac OS with Microsoft Access and Microsoft Office &bull; General knowledge of radiological supplies, services, and equipment &bull; Skill in analyzing discrete accounting data to discover errors, initiate corrective action, and formulate logical conclusion to make fiscal projections &bull; Working knowledge of university material management procedures, accounting reports, and procedures "}; { "@context": "http://schema.org/

Senior Purchasing Analyst - Radiology

Description Clinical Care Partners deliver patient care under the direct supervision of registered nurses. Performs basic patient care skills, follows infection control practices, positions, transfers and transports patients, takes vital signs, collects specimens, accurately observes, reports and charts, performs range of motion and assists with feedings, self-care and elimination needs. Hourly Salary: $29.69 Job Qualifications Qualifications &bull; Active California Certified Nursing Assistant OR current enrollment in a state-approved nursing school program, with a minimum of one completed Medical/Surgical rotation. &bull; BLS from American Red Cross or American Heart Association "}; { "@context": "http://schema.org/

Clinical Care Partner, Per Diem - Santa Monica Surgery Center

Description Become a key member of a world-class health organization. Contribute to the delivery of Magnet&reg; designated nursing excellence. Take your career to the next level. Ucan do all this and more at UCLA Health. In this exciting and rewarding position, you will provide exceptional nursing care for our patients. You will offer guidance to team members by supervising nursing interventions and assigning related tasks. You will also assess patient, family and staff learning needs, deliver appropriate clinical education and promote effective working relationships. This involves collaborating with an interdisciplinary team of dedicated professionals to develop and implement a care plan, including providing detailed care instructions. Salary Range: 24.56-32.38 Job Qualifications Qualifications We're seeking a highly-skilled, self-motivated professional with: <ul> <li> Current California Nursing Assistant license </li> <li> BLS from the American Heart Association required </li> </ul>"}; { "@context": "http://schema.org/

Admin Clinical Care Partner- Acute Medicine- 7 East

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies. Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP). PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Patient Related Education: <ul><li>Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.</li></ul> Treatment: <ul><li>Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.</li><li>Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state Law.</li><li>Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment</li><li>Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD). </li><li>Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.</li><li>Monitor patients' response to dialysis therapy. </li><li>Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.</li><li>Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure</li><li>Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings. </li><li>Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.</li><li>Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification </li><li>Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients' dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed. </li><li>Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160. </li><li>Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification </li><li>Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and, if applicable, progress notes. </li><li>Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the registered nurse or supervisor. </li><li>Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report any change or unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor. </li><li>Perform and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.</li><li>Evaluate patients' vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures, provide appropriate intervention as needed, document and report any unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.</li><li>Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for collection. </li><li>Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy. </li><li>Prepare, organize, and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage. </li><li>Monitors patients performing self-care under the supervision of RN</li></ul> Staff Related <ul><li>Assists in training of applicable direct patient care staff on appropriate programs under the supervision of a nurse.</li><li>Collaborates with the Clinical Manager and Education Coordinator in driving organization quality standards through education regarding all ESRD regulatory and legal requirements and the practice of Continuous Quality Improvement. </li><li>Provides developmental support to applicable clinical and facility staff. </li></ul> Education/Communication: <ul><li>Participates in implementing educational programs for PCT staff including contests and other team-based programs.</li><li>Assists in monitoring processes in the delivery of patient care through regular Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.</li><li>Follows all organization business policies, procedures and systems incorporated into training, including compliance with ethical business practices</li></ul><ul><li></li></ul><ul><li>Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean.</li><li>Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.</li><li>Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and document where appropriate and perform all required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing including Pressure Holding (PHT).</li><li>Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS) system.</li></ul> RECORD KEEPING: <ul><li> Complete and document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities. </li><li> Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner. </li><li> Review treatment sheets for completeness, ensure nursing signatures are documented, and ensure </li></ul> omitted entries are completed or corrected by appropriate staff. <ul><li> Prepare initial patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate placement in chart. </li><li> Prepare/print lab requisitions for prescribed or stat Lab specimens according to laboratory destination. </li><li> Collect, label, appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required laboratory specifications. </li><li> Ensure collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier. </li></ul> INFECTION CONTROL: <ul><li> Assists in collecting information for infection control audits. </li><li> Acts as a change agent for infection control practices within clinic. Under the direction of the CM or designee monitors staff and patient adherence to infection control practices. </li><li> Reinforces new hire employee adherence to infection control Policies and Procedures </li><li> Supports ongoing staff and patient engagement on infection control practices under the direction of CM or designee for example participation in patient lobby days and staff meetings to reinforce infection control practice. </li><li> Participates in and reinforces infection control education of patients and families under the direction of the CM or designee as allowed by state law </li></ul> TRANSITIONAL CARE UNIT: <ul><li> Follows all newly admitted patients through their first 4 weeks of dialysis and coordinating their transitional dialysis care </li><li> Reinforces all education and care related matters as it relates to the new patient as allowed by state law</li><li> Liaisons with appropriate FKC staff members to provide the best patient experience including making sure all disciplines are scheduled to see patient according to plan. </li><li>Assists in assuring patient understanding or home dialysis products, benefits of home and how home dialysis can work for them. </li><li> Sets and preforms a treatment on all machines used in the transitional care unit. </li><li>Assist in assuring patient understanding of treatment options including demonstration of the peritoneal dialysis set-up.</li><li> Assists with coordination of transition to patient's modality choice. </li><li> Assists with supply ordering and inventory for TCU </li></ul> PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: <ul><li>The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee</li></ul>encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<ul><li>Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the</li></ul>Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made.<ul><li>Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.</li><li>The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials </li><li>The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional lift basis up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist" devices for the heavier items.</li></ul> EDUCATION AND LICENSES: <ul><li> High School diploma or G.E.D. required.</li></ul><ul><li>Must have a valid PCT national certification or state specific certification as defined by Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS) All appropriate state licensure, education, and training (if any) required.</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards</li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS : <ul><li> At least two years previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility preferred. </li><li>Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.</li></ul> ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: I acknowledge that I have read and accepted this job description. I understand what is expected of me in this position, and I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined with or without reasonable accommodation. Furthermore, I understand that the duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. If I have any questions about duties and responsibilities not specified in this job description that I am asked to perform, I should discuss them with my immediate supervisor or my Human Resources representative. Employee Name (Please Print) Employee Signature Date ADDENDUM: Home Therapies Program (Not Home Assist) This list pertains to task performed in the Home Therapies program under the direct supervision of the Home Therapies registered nurse (HT RN) and in compliance with state law.<ul><li> May assist HT RN on Home Visit as directed </li><li> Reinforces PD/HHD patient education under supervision of HT Registered Nurse as permitted under state law </li><li> Schedules and contacts patients regarding appointments </li><li> Weigh patient and obtain vital signs </li><li> Collect patient's treatment records and review for completion. Notify RN of incomplete / missing records. </li><li> Cleaning and prepping treatment room; preparing charts prior to clinic visit </li><li> Preparing lab tubes and requisitions & assisting with lab draw days both pre and post draw (PCT certified phlebotomy or per state regulations) </li><li> Clerical duties as assigned (faxing, mailing to physician offices etc.) </li><li> Set-up of the home hemodialysis machine and PD Cycler </li><li> Assist with exit site care when directed by HT RN </li><li> Obtain home hemodialysis water and dialysate samples and process for testing as directed by HT RN </li><li> Perform water dialysate collection and processing for testing as directed by the HT RN </li><li> Creates and sends patient reminders (supply inventory for order, Kt/V collection, bringing meds to clinic visit for review) </li><li> Prepare initial patient chart for admission. Complies and maintains medical records according to company policy and procedure and in compliance with all appropriate regulatory requirements </li><li> Maintains logs as directed and applicable </li><li> Support patient registration and use of connected health </li><li> Provide patient home support as indicated and permissible under state law and applicable regulations </li></ul> Inventory of Home Program <ul><li> Maintains par levels of home department supplies </li><li> Files home patient packing slips/invoices </li></ul> Inventory for Patients <ul><li> Assists patient with supply management and contacting customer service </li></ul> EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Patient Care Technician - PCT - Dialysis

Now offering a $2,000 sign on bonus (external applicants only). PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Responsible for assisting Medical Lab Scientist and Technicians in processing and testing of clinical and environmental samples. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: <ul><li> Under general supervision follows company policies and procedures, applying acquired job skills to complete routine tasks. </li><li>Reviews and complies with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable department and company policies and procedures, local, state, and federal laws and regulations.</li><li> Complies with all laboratory safety protocols, including, but not limited to, the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), proper laboratory techniques, disposal of biohazard, etc. </li><li> Assists Technologists and/or Technicians in preparing and testing samples. </li><li> If applicable by local governing state requirements, preliminarily screens received samples' quality and quantity (QNS samples) under direct supervision. </li><li> If applicable by local governing state requirements, prepares reagents under the guidance of a qualified Medical Lab Scientist (MLS). </li><li> Prepares testing environment and instrumentation (daily, weekly, monthly, or as needed, maintenance) for operation under direct supervision. </li><li> If applicable by local governing state requirements, may perform routine laboratory protocols; pipetting, measuring, and pouring of samples. </li><li> Monitors department lab supplies, reagent, chemicals, equipment parts, consumable inventories, and other necessary lab supplies for testing. </li><li> Performs laboratory tasks of recording data. </li><li> If applicable by local governing state requirements, loads QA material as assigned. </li><li> Provides feedback for process improvements. </li><li> Resolves pending lists and finds missing samples, etc. </li><li> Responsible for maintaining adequate supplies, reagents and inventory in the department as assigned. </li><li> Assists in day to day pre and post-analysis work. </li><li> Refers day-to-day issues that may arise to the Senior Staff as deemed necessary. </li><li> Assists with various projects as assigned by direct supervisor or another management representative. </li><li> Other duties and or responsibilities as assigned. </li></ul> Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS : <ul><li> The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. </li><li> Must be able to lift up to 20lbs. and be able to sit/stand and perform repetitive actions, such as computer operation and pipetting for extended periods in a laboratory environment. </li><li> Must be able to work with clinical and environmental samples, including, but not limited to blood, urine, etc. </li><li> Must be able to work with chemicals and/or reagents specific to laboratory testing. </li><li> Must be able to work in a medium to high noise levels. </li></ul> SUPERVISION: <ul><li> No previous supervisory experience required. </li></ul> EDUCATION : <ul><li> High School Diploma required with course-related sciences desired; Associate Degree in applied, Biological, or Laboratory Sciences preferred. </li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li> 1 - 2 years' related experience, which can be met with a college degree or later stage college study in related disciplines. </li><li> Knowledge of medical lab testing and operation of instrumentation preferred. </li><li> Good verbal communication skills. </li><li> Must be able to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time efficiently. </li><li> Ability to follow precise directions in situations requiring speed, accuracy, and efficiency. </li><li> Excellent computer skills, knowledge of MS Office, and Lab related software. </li></ul> EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Laboratory Assistant - Microbiology

POSITION FEATURES: Dialysis Staff Home Therapy Registered Nurse - RN PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as part of the Home Therapies dialysis health care team. Ensures provision of quality home patient care in accordance with company policies, procedures and training. Supports the company's commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI activities, including those related to patient satisfaction. Actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the company's Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP). PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Staff Related: <ul><li>Provides safe and effective training and oversight of the delivery of home dialysis therapies to patients in compliance with standards outlined in the facility policy and procedure manuals, as well as regulations set forth by the Corporation, state and federal agencies.</li><li>Rotates with other licensed staff to ensure adequate coverage.</li><li>Participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned.</li><li>Participates in all required staff meetings as scheduled.</li></ul>Quality: <ul><li>Provides outstanding quality of patient care, as defined by company quality goals and standards.</li><li>Submits CQI information to Clinical Manager for completion of HT QAI Template for inclusion in facility CQI packet.</li><li>Participates in all monthly CQI meetings.</li></ul>Education: <ul><li>Assists in the identification and evaluation of candidates for the company Home Therapies Program, including assessment of patients' home environment.</li><li>Trains home patients and their families/significant others on the safe and effective operation and maintenance (as appropriate), of all home therapies equipment through a formal Home Therapies training program.</li><li>Educates patients and family regarding End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) and the delivery of the company Kidney Options Program.</li><li>Assesses patient and family readiness and ability to perform dialysis treatments at home and patients' home environment for suitability in the ongoing delivery of home dialysis therapy.</li><li>Provides ongoing education to patients regarding their renal dialysis, peritoneal or vascular access and home dialysis therapy, and other related health conditions.</li></ul>Dialysis Treatment: <ul><li>Provides safe and effective delivery of home therapy support care to patients with ESRD.</li><li>Assesses patients' response to home dialysis treatment therapy by following predetermined protocols.</li><li>Communicates patient related issues to the physician as needed.</li><li>Reports adverse patient events at home or in the clinic as well as equipment and technology related problems to the Clinical/Home Therapies management and physician including the correct documentation of such events.</li><li>Coordinates the transfer of patients to the hemodialysis clinic when needed and appropriate.</li></ul>Laboratory Related: <ul><li>Reviews, transcribes, and enters physician lab orders accurately into the Medical Information System.</li><li>Follows company policies and government regulations related to the collection, packaging, and delivery of lab specimens and reporting of results.</li></ul>General Duties: <ul><li>Maintains competency with all emergency operational procedures, and initiate CPR and emergency measures in the event of a cardiac and/or respiratory arrest when the patient is in the medical office.</li><li>Administers medications as prescribed including following algorithms (as appropriate), and document appropriate medical justification if indicated and maintain records on controlled substances as required by law.</li></ul>Maintenance/Technical: <ul><li>Maintains appropriate skill level in the operation of all home dialysis therapy-related equipment, including the ability to troubleshoot equipment problems with the patient via telephone.</li><li>Directs patients in the preventative maintenance of home therapies equipment, including water systems and analyses as appropriate.</li><li>Coordinates with the company products division on the delivery, operation and maintenance of all home therapy dialysis equipment.</li></ul>Medical Records & Documentation: <ul><li>Admits all new patients and documents as needed.</li><li>Documents all relevant data including physician orders, lab results, vital signs, and treatment parameters, and patient status and any treatment related data appropriately, and enters into Medical Information System.</li><li>Participates in and ensures all company policies regarding patient admission, transfer, and discharge are appropriately implemented.</li><li>Completes all monthly and annual reporting as required by company policies and government regulations.</li></ul>Other: <ul><li>Performs other related duties as assigned</li></ul> PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS : The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<ul><li>Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.</li><li>The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise</li></ul>levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials<ul><li>Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable</li></ul>accommodations can be made. SUPERVISION: <ul><li>None</li></ul> EDUCATION AND REQUIRED CREDENTIALS: <ul><li>Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (R.N.)</li><li>Current appropriate state licensure</li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS :<ul><li> Minimum of one year medical-surgical nursing experience preferred, ICU experience preferred. </li><li>Minimum of one year dialysis experience preferred, peritoneal experience preferred.</li><li>Successfully complete a training course in the theory and practice of dialysis therapies.</li><li>Competent at operating all Home Therapies related equipment.</li><li>Successfully complete CPR certification with maintenance as required.</li><li>Icd-9 coding Training.</li><li>Demonstrated teaching abilities.</li></ul> ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: I acknowledge that I have read and accepted this job description. I understand what is expected of me in this position, and I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined with or without reasonable accommodation. Furthermore, I understand that the duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. If I have any questions about duties and responsibilities not specified in this job description that I am asked to perform, I should discuss them with my immediate supervisor or my Human Resources representative. EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Registered Nurse - RN - Dialysis

POSITION FEATURES: Learn and earn! A career in dialysis is a great start to medicine. We offer paid training, no Sundays, tuition partnerships and a great crew to work with. PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies. Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP). PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Patient Related Education: <ul><li>Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.</li></ul> Treatment: <ul><li>Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.</li><li>Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.</li><li>Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment</li><li>Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD). </li><li>Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed. </li><li>Monitor patients' response to dialysis therapy. </li><li>Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document. </li><li>Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure</li><li>Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings. </li><li>Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.</li><li>Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification </li><li>Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients' dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed. </li><li>Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160. </li><li>Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification </li><li>Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and, if applicable, progress notes. </li><li>Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the registered nurse or supervisor.</li><li>Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report any change or unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.</li><li>Perform and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.</li><li>Evaluate patients' vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures, provide appropriate intervention as needed, document and report any unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.</li><li>Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for collection. </li><li>Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy. </li><li>Prepare, organize, and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage. </li><li>Monitors patients performing self-care under the supervision of RN.</li></ul> Staff Related <ul><li>Assists in training of applicable direct patient care staff on appropriate programs under the supervision of a nurse.</li></ul> Education/Communication: <ul><li>Follows all organization business policies, procedures and systems incorporated into training, including compliance with ethical business practices</li><li>Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean.</li><li>Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.</li><li>Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and document where appropriate and perform all required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing including Pressure Holding (PHT).</li><li>Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS) system.</li></ul> RECORD KEEPING: <ul><li> Complete and document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities. </li><li> Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner. </li><li> Review treatment sheets for completeness, ensure nursing signatures are documented, and ensure </li></ul> omitted entries are completed or corrected by appropriate staff. <ul><li> Prepare initial patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate placement in chart. </li><li> Prepare/print lab requisitions for prescribed or stat Lab specimens according to laboratory destination. </li><li> Collect, label, appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required laboratory specifications. </li><li> Ensure collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier. </li></ul> INFECTION CONTROL: <ul><li> Assists in collecting information for infection control audits. </li><li> Supports staff and patient Adherence to infection control practices. </li><li> Follows infection control Policies and Procedures </li><li> Participates in and reinforces infection control education of patients and families under the direction of the CM or designee as allowed by state law.</li></ul> TRANSITIONAL CARE UNIT: <ul><li> Follows all newly admitted patients through their first 4 weeks of dialysis and coordinating their transitional dialysis care </li><li> Reinforces all education and care related matters as it relates to the new patient as allowed by state law</li><li> Liaisons with appropriate FKC staff members to provide the best patient experience including making sure all disciplines are scheduled to see patient according to plan. </li><li> Assists in assuring patient understanding or home dialysis products, benefits of home and how home dialysis can work for them. </li><li> Sets and preforms a treatment on all machines used in the transitional care unit. </li><li> Assist in assuring patient understanding of treatment options including demonstration of the peritoneal dialysis set-up. </li><li> Assists with coordination of transition to patient's modality choice. </li><li> Assists with supply ordering and inventory for TCU </li></ul> PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: <ul><li>The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee</li></ul>encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<ul><li>Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the</li></ul>Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made.<ul><li>Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required. </li><li>The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials </li><li>The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional lift basis up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist" devices for the heavier items.</li></ul> EDUCATION AND LICENSES: <ul><li> High School diploma or G.E.D. required.</li><li>Must meet Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved state and/or national certification requirements within the required state or CMS timeline.</li><li> All appropriate state licensure, education, and training (if any) required.</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards</li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS : <ul><li> Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility preferred.</li><li>Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.</li></ul> EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Patient Care Technician

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies. Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP). PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Patient Related Education: <ul><li>Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.</li></ul> Treatment: <ul><li>Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.</li><li>Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state Law.</li><li>Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment</li><li>Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD). </li><li>Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed. </li><li>Monitor patients' response to dialysis therapy. </li><li>Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document. </li><li>Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure</li><li>Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings. </li><li>Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.</li><li>Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification </li><li>Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients' dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed. </li><li>Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160. </li><li>Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification </li><li>Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and, if applicable, progress notes. </li><li>Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the registered nurse or supervisor.</li><li>Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report any change or unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.</li><li>Perform and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.</li><li>Evaluate patients' vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures, provide appropriate intervention as needed, document and report any unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.</li><li>Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for collection. </li><li>Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy. </li><li>Prepare, organize, and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage. </li><li>Monitors patients performing self-care under the supervision of RN</li></ul> Staff Related <ul><li>Assists in training of applicable direct patient care staff on appropriate programs under the supervision of a nurse.</li><li>Collaborates with the Clinical Manager and Education Coordinator in driving organization quality standards through education regarding all ESRD regulatory and legal requirements and the practice of Continuous Quality Improvement. </li><li>Provides developmental support to applicable clinical and facility staff. </li></ul> Education/Communication: <ul><li>Participates in implementing educational programs for PCT staff including contests and other team-based programs.</li><li>Assists in monitoring processes in the delivery of patient care through regular Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.</li><li>Follows all organization business policies, procedures and systems incorporated into training, including compliance with ethical business practices</li></ul><ul><li></li></ul><ul><li>Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean.</li><li>Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.</li><li>Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and document where appropriate and perform all required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing including Pressure Holding (PHT).</li><li>Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS) system.</li></ul> RECORD KEEPING: <ul><li> Complete and document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities. </li><li> Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner. </li><li> Review treatment sheets for completeness, ensure nursing signatures are documented, and ensure </li></ul> omitted entries are completed or corrected by appropriate staff. <ul><li> Prepare initial patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate placement in chart. </li><li> Prepare/print lab requisitions for prescribed or stat Lab specimens according to laboratory destination. </li><li> Collect, label, appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required laboratory specifications. </li><li> Ensure collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier. </li></ul> INFECTION CONTROL: <ul><li> Assists in collecting information for infection control audits. </li><li> Acts as a change agent for infection control practices within clinic. Under the direction of the CM or designee monitors staff and patient adherence to infection control practices. </li><li> Reinforces new hire employee adherence to infection control Policies and Procedures </li><li> Supports ongoing staff and patient engagement on infection control practices under the direction of CM or designee for example participation in patient lobby days and staff meetings to reinforce infection control practice. </li><li> Participates in and reinforces infection control education of patients and families under the direction of the CM or designee as allowed by state law </li></ul> TRANSITIONAL CARE UNIT: <ul><li> Follows all newly admitted patients through their first 4 weeks of dialysis and coordinating their transitional dialysis care </li><li> Reinforces all education and care related matters as it relates to the new patient as allowed by state law</li><li> Liaisons with appropriate FKC staff members to provide the best patient experience including making sure all disciplines are scheduled to see patient according to plan. </li><li>Assists in assuring patient understanding or home dialysis products, benefits of home and how home dialysis can work for them. </li><li> Sets and preforms a treatment on all machines used in the transitional care unit. </li><li>Assist in assuring patient understanding of treatment options including demonstration of the peritoneal dialysis set-up.</li><li> Assists with coordination of transition to patient's modality choice. </li><li> Assists with supply ordering and inventory for TCU </li></ul> PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: <ul><li>The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee</li></ul>encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<ul><li>Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the</li></ul>Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made.<ul><li>Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required. </li><li>The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials </li><li>The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional lift basis up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist" devices for the heavier items.</li></ul> EDUCATION AND LICENSES: <ul><li> High School diploma or G.E.D. required.</li></ul><ul><li>Must have a valid PCT national certification or state specific certification as defined by Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS) All appropriate state licensure, education, and training (if any) required.</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards</li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS : <ul><li> At least two years previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility preferred. </li><li>Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.</li></ul> EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Home Therapy Patient Care Technician - PCT

About this role: As a Biomedical Technician with Fresenius Medical Care, you will maintain and repair medical and water treatment equipment within our kidney care clinics. You will also train and educate colleagues on operational maintenance of our dialysis machines to ensure the safety of our dialysis patients, as well as manage the medical supplies required. How you grow or advance in your career: We believe in encouraging our employees to achieve their full potential by offering opportunities for advancement. We have a Biomedical Technician specific career ladder with three potential levels of Biomedical Technician role as well as a leadership path from Area Technical Operations Manager, Regional Technical Operations Manager, and Senior Director Technical Services, overseen by a Vice President of Technical Services and supported by Corporate Biomedical Support Managers. Our culture: We believe our employees are our most important asset - we value, care about, and support our people. We are there when you may need us most, from tuition reimbursement to support your education goals, granting scholarships to family members, delivering relief when natural disasters strike, or providing financial support when personal hardship hits; we take care of our people. Our focus on diversity: We have built a nurturing environment that welcomes every age, race, gender, sexual orientation, background, and cultural tradition. We have a diverse range of employee resource groups (ERGs) to encourage employees with similar interests, goals, social and cultural backgrounds, or experiences to come together for professional and personal development, discussion, activities, and peer support. Our diverse workforce and culture encourage opportunity, equity, and inclusion for all, which is a tremendous asset that sets us apart. At Fresenius Medical Care, you will truly make a difference in the lives of people living with kidney disease. If this sounds like the career and company you have been looking for, and you want to be a vital part of the future of healthcare, apply today. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: &bull; Maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs dialysis equipment, ancillary equipment, and water treatment systems. &bull; Maintains the physical plant, as directed. &bull; Ensures outside vendor services are completed per contract. &bull; Purchases and retain an inventory of service parts. &bull; Performs, evaluates, and reports water/dialysate sample collection and any actions required. &bull; Conducts daily, weekly, and monthly trend analysis on the water system to assure system functions as designed. &bull; Documents all repairs and maintenance activity. &bull; Assists in planning and installing biomedical equipment to assure safe and effective operation of facility. &bull; Transports equipment as needed with supervisor consent. &bull; Participates in monthly technical and regulatory meetings. &bull; Collaborates with facility staff to ensure all regulatory and OSHA requirements are met. &bull; Manages inventory, including receiving and putting up deliveries, inventory counts, transporting goods between clinics as needed and assist clinical management with inventory costs. &bull; Performs initial and annual verification and ongoing monitoring of patient care staff's technique for testing water system, assuring tests and documentation comply with manufacturer's specifications for the devices and test equipment used. &bull; Completes all technical training programs required by state/federal regulations and company policy. &bull; Provides scheduled after hour technical on-call coverage for your clinics as needed. EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS: <ul><li>High school diploma or G.E.D. required.</li><li>Associate Degree in electronics / biomedical technology, or equivalent (preferred but not required)</li><li>Valid Driver's License issued in the employee's state of residence required.</li><li>Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of Fresenius Biomedical Technician training within the first 24 months of service from date of hire.</li></ul>EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li>Qualities and traits: collaborative, independent, analytical, mechanical, self-motivated, self-starter, continuously strives for staying up to date and increasing their knowledge/skills</li><li>Less than 1-year related experience.</li><li>Prior experience working in a mechanical, automotive, or construction industry, dialysis, or medical technical setting (preferred but not required).</li><li>Manual dexterity required - ability to use common hand tools and small power equipment.</li><li>Good verbal and written communication skills.</li><li>Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and safely move large/bulky equipment</li></ul>Ability to create a safe and efficient work environment, OSHA - 6S - Infection Control PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. &bull; Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that, failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made. &bull; Position involves active work including lifting, bending, walking, and standing for considerable lengths of time. &bull; The use of dollies or other equipment is mandatory when moving heavy weight items. May be required to frequently lift items weighing up to 50 lbs. as high as 5 feet. &bull; There is potential exposure to chemicals and infectious materials. Scope of work includes high voltage equipment. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided by the company. &bull; Work environment is typically air temperature controlled with moderate noise levels. May be required to work in various outdoor elements. &bull; Evening, weekend, and holiday availability, as well as ability to take EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Biomedical Equipment Technician

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The Secretary/ Receptionist performs general clerical support and office duties for the department and its Management. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul><li>Performs basic administrative functions including preparation of business correspondence, memorandums, informational packages, training materials and reports.</li><li>Assists with scheduling.</li><li>Maintains calendar and daily schedules.</li><li>Maintains departmental tracking logs.</li><li>Greets visitors and directs them to the appropriate location or person as needed.</li><li>Establishes and maintains filing systems and basic databases as applicable.</li><li>Performs routine general office duties such as filing, copying, and scanning.</li><li>Provides general clerical support to management staff including scheduling meetings, routing phone calls and taking messages.</li><li>Records minutes of meetings and providing the resulting documents as necessary.</li><li>Sorts and distributes mail.</li><li>Maintains inventory of the necessary office forms and supplies.</li><li>Escalates issues to supervisor for resolution, as deemed necessary.</li><li>Assist with various projects as assigned by direct supervisor.</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul> Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: <ul><li>The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</li></ul>EDUCATION: High School Diploma required EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:<ul><li>1 - 2 years' related experience.</li><li>Knowledge of office procedures required.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft office applications.</li><li>Good interpersonal and communication skills required.</li><li>Pleasant telephone manner.</li></ul>EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Unit Secretary

POSITION FEATURES: - 3,000.00 dollar sign on bonus for Patient Care Technician - No Prior dialysis experience required, we offer a paid 12 week training program to help prepare our PCTs for their role. PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as part of the hemodialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with FMCNA policies procedures and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation state and federal agencies. Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports the FMCNA commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the FMC Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP). PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Patient Education:<ul><li>Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC) Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP) Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM) and regarding disease process/access.</li></ul>Patient Treatment:<ul><li>Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their well-being since their last treatment.</li><li>Evaluate vascular access for patency.</li><li>Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight.</li><li>Perform vascular access evaluation pre-treatment.</li><li>Perform vascular access cannulation.</li><li>Perform administration of Heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.</li><li>Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).</li><li>Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.</li><li>Monitor patients' response to dialysis therapy.</li><li>Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.</li><li>Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures.</li><li>Evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure.</li><li>Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.</li><li>Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.</li><li>Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation weight and vital signs with initial identification.</li><li>Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients' dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; Sodium (Na) modeling; and UF modeling as prescribed.</li><li>Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled including Narrow Venous Limits (NVL) 160.</li><li>Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification.</li><li>Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and if applicable progress notes.</li><li>Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the PCT III (if applicable) or nurse supervisor.</li><li>Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report any change or unusual findings to the PCT III (if applicable) or nurse supervisor.</li><li>Perform and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.</li><li>Evaluate patients' vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures provide appropriate intervention as needed document and report any unusual findings to the PCT III (if applicable) or nurse supervisor.</li><li>Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for collection.</li></ul>Maintenance/Technical:<ul><li>Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean.</li><li>Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface chair equipment and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.</li><li>Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and document where appropriate.</li><li>Perform all required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing including Pressure Holding (PHT).</li><li>Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS) system.</li><li>Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy.</li><li>Prepare organize and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage.</li></ul>Record Keeping:<ul><li>Complete and document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.</li><li>Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner.</li><li>Review treatment sheets for completeness ensure nursing signatures are documented and ensure omitted entries are completed or corrected where appropriate.</li><li>Prepare initial patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate placement in chart.</li><li>Prepare lab requisitions for prescribed or stat Lab specimens according to laboratory destination.</li><li>Collect label appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required laboratory specifications.</li><li>Ensure collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier.</li></ul> PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: <ul><li>The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</li><li>Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made.</li><li>Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients facility staff and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.</li><li>The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.</li><li>The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to move with assistance machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs. and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. up as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and material assist devices for the heavier items.</li></ul>EDUCATION AND LICENSES:<ul><li>High School diploma or G.E.D. required.</li><li>Must meet Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved state and/or national certification requirements within the required state or CMS timeline.</li><li>All appropriate state licensure education and training (if any) required.</li></ul>EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:<ul><li>At least two years previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility preferred.</li><li>Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the FMCNA dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.</li></ul> EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Patient Care Technician - PCT

Description Provide your personal attention and kindness, professional insight, and a generosity of spirit. Offer expertise and encouragement. Enhance each patient's future-as well as your own. Connect with your goals and change lives with Fresenius Medical Care North America. Here, we make connections that empower patients, their families, and our team members. As the global leader in dialysis healthcare, we form bonds that enable the best possible outcomes and professional satisfaction. While our extensive organization continues to grow, so do opportunities for our professionals to learn, grow, and advance. Why Join the Fresenius Team? Passion. Dedication. Knowledge. Motivation. Experience. These are the impressive qualities you'll find in the Fresenius Leadership Team. Our strength in the North American market and extensive global network provide our employees with the best of both worlds-the friendliness of a local organization and the stability of a worldwide organization-for diverse experiences and challenging career opportunities. When you join the Fresenius Medical Care team, you'll be welcomed into a company that is built on the philosophy that our employees are our most important asset. Our career advantages include the following: <ul><li> Fresenius Medical Care is the nation's largest provider of renal care, meeting the needs of more than 135,000 patients at 1,800 clinics throughout the country. </li><li> Our well-established, trusted organization fosters a spirit of camaraderie, emphasizing friendly collaboration, professional support, and career development. </li><li> Superior training, UltraCare&reg; quality control, and certification procedures ensure your potential to succeed and advance as a professional. </li><li> Competitive compensation and exceptional benefits. </li><li> Outstanding tuition reimbursement program. </li><li> Recognized among Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies in 2011. </li><li> National Safety Award from CNA insurance companies for 11 consecutive years. </li><li> Opportunities to give back by participating in philanthropy and community outreach programs. </li></ul> PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and division/company policy requirements. Functions as part of the hemodialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for assigned patients under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. Participates in the implementation and evaluation of patient care. Responsible for reporting and documenting all new or unusual incidents, information, complaints, or problems to the supervisor. Promotes and assists in the maintenance of a sage and clean work environment. DUTIES / ACTIVITIES : CUSTOMER SERVICE: <ul><li> Responsible for driving the FMCNA culture through values and customer service standards. </li><li> Accountable for outstanding customer service to all external and internal customers. </li><li> Develops and maintains effective relationships through effective and timely communication. </li><li> Takes initiative and action to respond, resolve and follow up regarding customer service issues with all customers in a timely manner. </li></ul> PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Patient Related: <ul><li> Provide direct patient care for assigned patient(s). </li><li> Perform all technical aspects of dialysis procedures for assigned patients as prescribed. Administer and monitor treatments in accordance with current treatment plan or as directed by the supervisor. </li><li> Monitor and document dialysis treatment parameters on dialysis flow sheets. Document other information related to the care of the patient in the individual patient record. </li><li> Responsible for reporting any significant information, change in patient condition, or equipment problems to the supervisor. </li><li> Assist in developing and following the teaching plan to educate the patient and family regarding end stage renal disease, dialysis therapy, diet and medications. </li><li> Assist with all emergency operational procedures. </li><li> Administer intravenous medication in accordance with physician orders and state nurse practice laws. </li><li> Perform and document pre, interim, and post treatment review of patient condition. </li><li> Initiate basic CPR measures in the event of cardiac and/or pulmonary arrest, and respond to emergency situations related to dialysis treatment. </li></ul> Technical: <ul><li> Safely operate all dialysis related equipment according to the proper procedures. </li><li> Provide minor troubleshooting when necessary. </li><li> Ensure a clean, safe and sanitary environment in the dialysis facility treatment area. </li><li> Ensure all blood spills are immediately addressed according to FMCNA Bloodborne Pathogen Control Policies. </li><li> Operate all emergency equipment effectively in accordance to the standard operation procedures. </li></ul> Staff Related: <ul><li> Participate in staff meetings as scheduled. </li><li> Assist in short term and long term patient care plan meetings. </li><li> Acquire information and knowledge in current practice related to dialysis principals and technique by participating in scheduled in-service classes. </li><li> Act as a resource person for other staff members. Assist with the coordination of the care plan with Physician, Dietitian and Social Worker. </li><li> Other duties as assigned. </li></ul> PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS : The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility, staff and physicians. The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients, and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to move, with assistance, machines and equipment weighing up to 200lbs., and may lift chemical water solutions of up to 30lbs., up as high as 5 feet. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required. The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noises levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials. EDUCATION: <ul><li>Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing (LPN, LVN)</li><li>Current appropriate State licensure. </li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li>One year medical-surgical nursing experience preferred.</li><li>Hemodialysis experience preferred but not required.</li><li>ICU experience preferred but not required.</li><li>Successfully complete a training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis.</li><li>Successfully complete CPR Certification.</li><li>Must complete the Nurses Technical Training Program upon hire or soon thereafter.</li><li>Ability to provide coverage at area facilities during times of short-staffing or as required.</li><li>Employees must meet the necessary requirements of Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment.</li><li>Good communication skills, both verbal and written.</li></ul> EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

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