Clinical Technologist

Potchefstroom Renal Services | Potchefstroom | South Africa
Closing date: 23/08/2024
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Calfornia Dinku
Reference number: 53341
Workplace Type: On-site
Permanent
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOBTo deliver safe, comprehensive and quality patient care, with specific reference to renal disease treatment and education according to the Scope of Practice and Renal Care policies and standard procedures.
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREASDeliver quality patient care in collaboration with a multi-professional team.Identify, prevent and manage risks to ensure patient safety.Facilitate a positive patient experience by creating a conducive environment.Provide accurate and comprehensive records of all patient interventions.Create a learning environment that builds staff competence.Ensure that all utilised stock and equipment are accurately charged.REQUIRED EDUCATIONESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Degree / Diploma in Clinical Technology (Nephrology)
DESIRED EDUCATION: None
REQUIRED EXPERIENCEESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Clinical technologist (Nephrology) registered with the HPCSA with a minimum of 2 years Dialysis experience.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE: Clinical technologist (Nephrology) registered with the HPCSA.
REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGEBasic Life Support trained (ACLS, ATLS, PALS training for specialised wards)Chronic dialysis treatmentClinical record keeping, procedures and protocolsComputer literacy: MS Office and Dialysis ProgrammeDevelop/modify an integrated, comprehensive patient-based care plan and dialysis prescriptionDialysis machine and water purification system operationInfection prevention and control (IPC) protocolsNephrologyPatient assessmentPatient Experience principlesPharmacologyRelevant Nephrology patient care legislationScientific Clinical and patient care processAll applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa.

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