Senior Dialysis Technician

Thanal; Kannur; On-site; INR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Thanal in Kannur, Kerala, operates a dialysis unit seeking a competent nursing professional to assist with patient care and machine operations. The role involves setting up patients on dialysis, monitoring vitals, administering medications per protocol, and maintaining sterile equipment.

The ideal candidate has a B.Sc. Nursing or equivalent and proven knowledge of hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis procedures, with strong attention to detail and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Staff will monitor vital signs during dialysis
• Ability to operate, monitor, and troubleshoot dialysis machines
• Strong infection control and safety protocol knowledge
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for patient interaction
• Ability to work under pressure and in a team environment
• Good record-keeping of treatments and patient data

Responsibilities

• Prepare dialysis machines and equipment for treatment
• Set up and connect patients to dialysis machines
• Monitor patients’ vital signs and responses during dialysis
• Administer heparin and other prescribed medications per protocol
• Observe and report complications to nurse/doctor
• Maintain cleanliness and sterilization of dialysis equipment and unit
• Record treatment details and patient data accurately in logs
• Assist in patient education regarding dialysis procedures and care
• Follow infection control and safety protocols
• Report technical issues with dialysis machines for maintenance

Education

B.Sc. Nursing or equivalent

Tools

Dialysis machines

Job description

Responsibilities

• Prepare dialysis machines and equipment for treatment.
• Set up and connect patients to dialysis machines.
• Monitor patients’ vital signs and response during dialysis sessions.
• Administer heparin and other prescribed medications as per protocol.
• Observe and report any complications during dialysis to the nurse/doctor.
• Maintain cleanliness and sterilization of dialysis equipment and the unit.
• Record treatment details and patient data accurately in logs.
• Assist in patient education regarding dialysis procedures and care.
• Follow standard infection control and safety protocols.
• Report technical issues with dialysis machines for timely maintenance.

Requirements

• B.Sc. Nursing or equivalent qualification (preferred)
• Knowledge of hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis procedures
• Ability to operate, monitor, and troubleshoot dialysis machines
• Basic patient care skills, including monitoring vital signs during dialysis
• Understanding of infection control and safety protocols
• Ability to maintain accurate records of treatments and patient data
• 2-5 years experience for junior roles; 2–5 years for experienced roles
• Experience in hospital or dialysis unit preferred
• Strong attention to detail and observational skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with patients and staff
• Ability to work under pressure and in a team-oriented environment
• Physical stamina to assist patients and handle dialysis equipment
• Commitment to patient care and adherence to ethical medical practices