Hemodialysis Technician

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 

Receives patient into the treatment area and performs patient data collection and documents appropriately in the EMR 

Monitors and documents the status of vascular accesses using proper cannulation techniques in accordance with hospital vascular access procedure  

Documents patient observations and seeks guidance when abnormalities are noted in patient’s parameters 

Monitors and documents in EMR: patient’s vital signs, fluid therapy administration, and any other appropriate treatments performed.  

Observe hospital policy and procedures for infection control and safety 

Obtain blood samples per policy and procedure and appropriately send them to the laboratory 

Sets up and monitors dialysis machines and reverse osmosis water system for correct functioning, responds to visual and audible alarms, and makesappropriate adjustments before, during, and after the dialysis treatment 

Perform safety checks as directed by the registered nurse prior to, during, and following treatments 

Reviews dialysis prescription and notes the physical and mental condition of the patient through observation and interview. Document observations appropriately in the EMR 

Dismantles, cleans, and disinfects dialysis machines and other equipment according to hospital infection control policies and procedures 

Obtains and sends water and machine cultures to designated lab 

Notifies Biomedical Technician of any equipment malfunctions 

Act as a role model and coach for other teammates 

Performs clerical duties as needed which may include filing, answering phones, ordering supplies, copying, and faxing 

Attends hospital orientation and mandatory in-services as required  

Consistent, regular, and punctual attendance as scheduled 

Other duties as assigned  

 
WORKING CONDITIONS 

General environment: Works in a well-lit, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels 

May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights 

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances 

Will be exposed to blood, other body fluids, and infectious organisms 

May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure 

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur 

May be scheduled as needed including overtime 

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 

High School Diploma orGED (Required) 

 
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 

Minimum of one (1) year working as an acute care PCT, CNA, or CMA, or one (1) year working as an acute care dialysis technician 

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES 

Dialysis Technician Certification (CCHT) by a CMS approved state certification program or national certification program (Preferred) 

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Phlebotomy certification (Preferred) 

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire (Required) 

GENERAL SKILLS 

Organizational Skills 

Communication Skills 

Interpersonal Skills 

Customer Relations 

Mathematical 

Analytical 

Grammar/Spelling 

Read/Comprehend Written Instruction 

Follow Verbal Instruction 

Basic Computer Skills 

General Clerical Skills 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

Have near normal vision-Clarity of vision (both near and far), and the ability to distinguish colors 

Have good-manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot-coordination 

Ability to perform repetitive tasks and motions 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

Standing - Continuously within shift (67-100%) 

Walking - Continuously within shift (67-100%) 

Sitting - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) 

Climbing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) 

Bending/Stooping - Continuously within shift (67-100%) 

Twist at waist - Frequently within shift (34-66%) 

Pushing/Pulling - Frequently within shift (34-66%) 

Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)