Medical Instrument Technician (Hemodialysis)

Summary The Medical Instrument Technician (Hemodialysis) is under the direct supervision of the Dialysis Nurse Manager. Medical Instrument Technicians performs invasive hemodialysis procedures utilizing highly complex technical monitoring equipment under the direction or of the Nurse Manager. These procedures are performed upon patients who have diagnoses of End Stage Renal Failure, Acute Renal Failure, and Chronic Renal Failure. Responsibilities Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Duties include: 1. Prepare and set up dialysis machines and equipment according to established policies and procedures. 2. Monitor patient vital signs and equipment functionality before, during and after treatment, including maintenance of a clean and safe treatment environment in both outpatient and inpatient areas. 3. Responds to alarms and make appropriate adjustments to the treatment accordingly and to all dialysis machines. 4. Have the knowledge and will perform bacteriological culture and Endotoxin testing and semiannual chemical testing including provision of results conducted to the Medical Director and Nurse Manager. 5. Collaborative partners with the Dialysis RN to provide hemodialysis treatment to patients with renal failure. Initiates and terminates dialysis treatments following standard procedures. 6. Possesses the knowledge of hemodialysis processes and equipment. Performs the full range of complex hemodialysis treatments, which include Standard, Hi-efficient and Hi-Flux Dialysis methodology utilizing high tech hemodialysis filtration systems. 7. Has a thorough understanding of dialysate concentrates used in hemodialysis and is aware of the absolute exactness that is required in the delivery of the product to the patient. 8. Proficient in accessing various vascular systems and dialysis accesses on patients to initiate the prescribed treatment. 9. Monitors dialysis treatment parameters, e.g., vital signs, weight and weight loss. Collects and records vital signs using blood pressure cuffs, stethoscopes, scales, and thermometers. Records patients' condition and changes (blood pressure, excess fluid, etc.), and determines proper treatment procedure, technique, and machine adjustments. 10. Connects patient to the dialyzer and operates equipment to initiate extracorporeal circulation and performance of dialysis. 11. Operates, calibrates and maintains medical instruments or equipment. 12. Supports nursing staff, allied health professionals, and medical staff during diagnosis and treatment delivery of patients. 13. Transport patients to and from the dialysis treatment areas for both outpatient and inpatient. Work Schedule: Rotating shifts, Mondays-Saturdays 0500-1530, 0530-1600, 0700-1730, 1030-2100 Compressed/Flexible: Available Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. You may be required to serve a trial period. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. English Language Proficiency: Proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) and 7407. Licensure or Certification. Licensure or Certification is not required for this occupation; however, it is strongly desirable for positions above the GS-6 as evidence of possession of the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities. For certain functional areas at the higher levels or supervisory assignments, specific certifications appropriate to the specialty are indicated in this standard under

Created: 2025-11-03