Dialysis Tech

Dialysis Technician – Job Description

FULL-TIME

6:15AM-2:15PM

PAY: $28.05/HR

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and dependable dialysis Technician to provide direct patient care and assist with dialysis treatments in a clinical setting. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to monitor patients, operate dialysis equipment, and respond appropriately to treatment-related emergencies while working under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

Schedule & Days Off

Multiple scheduling options are available:

• 2 positions: Sunday/Tuesday off
• 2 positions: Sunday/Wednesday off
• 2 positions: Sunday/Thursday off

Orientation Requirements

• Orientation must be scheduled on a Tuesday.
• Orientation hours: 8:30 AM – approximately 12:00 PM.
• A valid driver's license is required upon arrival.
• Cell phones and smartwatches are strictly prohibited inside the institution.
• All personal belongings must be carried in a clear plastic bag.

Key Responsibilities

Dialysis Treatment & Patient Care

• Prepare dialysate according to established procedures and individual patient prescriptions.
• Obtain and document pre- and post-dialysis vital signs, including weight and temperature.
• Inspect vascular access sites, initiate dialysis treatments, and discontinue treatments according to established protocols.
• Measure, calculate, and adjust blood flow rates based on patient prescriptions and treatment protocols.
• Administer anticoagulants as prescribed and according to unit procedures.
• Monitor patient conditions throughout treatment, documenting vital signs, observations, and treatment parameters.
• Adjust fluid removal rates and patient positioning and administer Normal Saline as directed by the RN, authorized medical personnel, or unit protocol.
• Monitor patients and dialysis equipment, respond to alarms, and make appropriate treatment adjustments.
• Communicate medical, emotional, psychosocial, and nutritional concerns to the Registered Nurse or appropriate medical personnel.
• Reinforce patient education and treatment instructions.
• Assist patients with vascular access care and provide instruction under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

Equipment Preparation & Maintenance

• Prepare dialysis machines and equipment before treatments and properly clean and sanitize equipment afterward.
• Test machine monitors, alarms, conductivity, and temperature settings.
• Verify the absence of residual sterilants.
• Respond to equipment malfunctions and treatment-related alarms.
• Dispose of used dialysis supplies in accordance with established procedures.
• Collect fluid samples and other specimens for laboratory testing and prepare them for shipment.
• Monitor patient care supplies and maintain appropriate inventory levels.

Clinical Monitoring & Documentation

• Review laboratory results and physician orders.
• Complete electronic medical records (EMR) and treatment flow sheets to ensure accurate documentation and billing.
• Document patient treatment parameters, observations, and any changes in condition.
• Perform basic clinical procedures, including changing bandages.
• Assist nursing staff with basic patient care and treatments.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records while protecting confidential information.

Emergency Response & Compliance

• Recognize and respond appropriately to dialysis-related emergencies, including hypotensive episodes, needle displacement, infiltration, clotting, blood leaks, and air embolisms.
• Initiate CPR when necessary in the event of cardiac or respiratory arrest.
• Maintain professional conduct, effective communication, and patient confidentiality.
• Follow all applicable agency policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, including CMS, HIPAA, and OSHA standards.
• Participate in quality assurance, cost containment initiatives, and multidisciplinary team activities.
• Assist with individual and group projects as directed by management.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.