Tissue technician vs hemodialysis technician

Differences between tissue technician and hemodialysis technician duties and responsibilities

Tissue technician example responsibilities.

• Recognize & investigate instrument malfunctions, perform calibrations, manage QC, and maintain comprehensive written records of tests & procedures.
• Create and monitor metrics for program success with AATB and FDA compliance.
• Inspect and fulfill orders in compliance with CFR and FDA guidelines.
• Perform QC and instrument maintenance, taking appropriate action to maintain accuracy and precision.
• Process, package and distribute according to policy protocols and procedures adhering to AATB standards.
• Perform data analysis of results, maintain records, files and logs of work perform for FDA review.
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Hemodialysis technician example responsibilities.

• Maintain national certification as CCHT and attain CE's as required.
• Monitor patients receiving hemodialysis, analyze individual patient response to treatment, and change plan of care accordingly.
• Provide all facets of direct care to patients receiving dialysis treatments including bandaging and administering normal saline and heparin.
• Start dialysis by inserting needles into patient's site or catheter and connecting to machines.
• Water check, setting up machines, monitoring blood pressures, performing CPR, making bicarb/acid.
• Prepare and administer heparin medications.
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