Senior Dialysis Technician

Quality Kidney Care Private Limited; Ojhar, Ozar; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Quality Kidney Care Private Limited is seeking a Senior Dialysis Technician to lead dialysis operations, ensuring patient safety and delivering high-quality treatments in a hospital setting.

The role involves operating dialysis machines, supervising junior staff, maintaining infection control, and collaborating with nurses and physicians to provide reliable patient care.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Certificate in Dialysis Technology or equivalent.
• Professional registration or certification as required by local regulations.
• Prior hospital or dialysis center experience as a Dialysis Technician.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dialysis machines, equipment, consumables and treatment stations before each dialysis session.
• Perform pre treatment checks on dialysis machines and related equipment.
• Prepare and connect patients for hemodialysis according to established protocols and supervision.
• Monitor patients and dialysis equipment throughout treatment and report abnormalities or complications promptly.
• Maintain accurate records of dialysis treatments, patient observations, machine parameters and incidents.

Skills

Dialysis procedures

Infection control

Equipment troubleshooting

Documentation

Team collaboration

Leadership mentoring

Communication

Emergency response

Education

Diploma/Certificate in Dialysis Technology

Job description

Senior Dialysis Technician - Job Description

Position Overview

The Senior Dialysis Technician is responsible for providing safe, efficient and high quality dialysis support to patients undergoing hemodialysis. The role involves operating and maintaining dialysis equipment, preparing patients and treatment areas, monitoring patients during treatment, maintaining infection control standards and supporting the clinical team. The Senior Dialysis Technician may also guide and supervise junior dialysis technicians.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare dialysis machines, equipment, consumables and treatment stations before each dialysis session.
• Perform pre treatment checks on dialysis machines and related equipment.
• Prepare and connect patients for hemodialysis according to established clinical protocols and under appropriate clinical supervision.
• Monitor patients and dialysis equipment throughout treatment and promptly report abnormal findings or complications to the nurse/doctor.
• Maintain accurate records of dialysis treatments, patient observations, machine parameters and incidents.
• Follow strict infection prevention and control procedures, including proper disinfection and handling of dialysis equipment.
• Monitor dialysis water-treatment systems and report abnormalities according to facility protocols.
• Perform routine cleaning, disinfection and basic troubleshooting of dialysis machines and equipment.
• Ensure adequate availability and proper storage of dialysis consumables and supplies.
• Assist with emergency procedures and respond appropriately to equipment or patient-related problems.
• Follow hospital policies, occupational safety standards, and applicable dialysis regulations.
• Coordinate with nephrologists, dialysis nurses, biomedical engineers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Train, guide and support junior dialysis technicians in equipment operation, infection control, and standard procedures.
• Help maintain a safe, clean and organized dialysis unit.
• Participate in quality improvement activities, audits, staff training and competency assessments.
• Escalate equipment malfunction, patient deterioration, infection control concerns or other risks immediately to the appropriate clinical supervisor.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Certificate in Dialysis Technology, Renal Dialysis Technology or an equivalent recognized qualification.
• Relevant professional registration or certification where required by local regulations.
• Previous experience working as a Dialysis Technician in a hospital, dialysis center or renal care facility.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of hemodialysis procedures and dialysis equipment.
• Good understanding of infection prevention and control.
• Ability to recognize and promptly report patient or equipment abnormalities.
• Good understanding of dialysis machine alarms and basic troubleshooting.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with nurses, doctors, patients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Leadership and mentoring skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and effective during emergencies.
• Commitment to patient safety, confidentiality and professional standards.

Experience

Typical requirement: 4-5+ years of relevant dialysis technician experience, with demonstrated ability to handle complex dialysis procedures, equipment related issues and team responsibility.