Dialysis Certified Patient Care Technician

Total Renal Care; United States; On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness benefits

401(k) with company match

PTO and paid time off

Job summary

DaVita SNF Dialysis (DSD) in Germantown, MD is seeking a qualified Dialysis Technician to deliver 1-on-1 care for residents. You will monitor treatments, cannulate complex access, and work closely with a dedicated RN in a boutique six-chair suite.

Role requires 1+ year hemodialysis experience, active CCHT/CHT and CNA-DT credentials, plus BLS/CPR. Schedule is primarily Tue/Thu/Sat with extended shifts and rotation, offering strong clinical autonomy.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum 1+ years direct hemodialysis experience.
• Licensure: National CCHT or CHT, plus active Maryland CNA-DT credential.
• Life Support: Current BLS/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Direct 1-on-1 patient care, performing cannulation and monitoring treatment.
• Work autonomously with an RN partner in a 6-chair suite.
• Set up and troubleshoot Fresenius dialysis machines and water treatment systems.
• Coordinate transfers and vitals while maintaining infection control.

Skills

Direct patient care

Hemodialysis

EMR documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fresenius 2008T

Water treatment systems

Job description

2270 Rolling Run DrSte 600, Windsor Mill, Maryland, 21244-1864, United States of America

Location: SNF Dialysis at Shady Grove - Germantown (Den #09369)

Street Address: 20111 Century Blvd, Ste C, Germantown, MD 20874 (Montgomery County / Rockville & Gaithersburg Area)

Schedule: Full-Time | Primarily Tuesday / Thursday / Saturday (TTS) with Every Other Weekend / Saturday Rotation (~12+ Hour Shifts) | NO Sunday Shifts | NO Overnight On-Call

Experience Required: Minimum 1+ Years Direct Hemodialysis Experience

Licensure / Certification: Current National CCHT (NNCC) or CHT/CCNT (BONENT), plus active Maryland Certified Nursing Assistant - Dialysis Technician (CNA-DT / MBON)

About DaVita SNF Dialysis (DSD)

Approximately 10% of all dialysis patients reside in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) and are transported to outpatient clinics three times a week-placing a significant physical burden on patients and adding avoidable costs to the healthcare system.

DaVita SNF Dialysis (DSD) brings high-quality renal care directly on-site to residents inside an intimate, modern 6-chair dialysis den located at 20111 Century Blvd, Ste C in Germantown, MD . In this role, you partner directly with a dedicated Registered Nurse to deliver life-sustaining hemodialysis without the chaos of large chronic clinics or hospital transport delays, backed by all the capabilities, technology, and resources DaVita has to offer.

What You Can Expect & What You'll Do

In this role, you take direct ownership of ongoing patient care to ensure each resident's dialysis treatment stays safe, comfortable, and on track.

• Direct 1-on-1 Patient Care: Spend the majority of your day providing hands-on, high-touch dialysis care. Perform sterile cannulation of complex AV fistulas and grafts, monitor vital signs and treatment tolerance, and ensure resident comfort and dignity.
• Autonomous & Independent Setting: Work hand-in-hand with your Den RN inside an intimate 6-chair suite. You will apply your core clinical skills to monitor patients before, during, and after treatment, track fluid removal, and respond quickly to clinical changes.
• Technical & Machine Operations: Set up, prime, disinfect, and troubleshoot Fresenius hemodialysis machines (2008T / Bibag). Maintain water treatment systems across central water treatment rooms and portable Reverse Osmosis (RO) units, completing daily water quality testing and strict infection control protocols.
• Holistic Care & Coordination: Assist residents with comfortable transfers, pre- and post-treatment weight measurements, and collaborate closely with SNF facility care teams and nephrologists.

Why Join the Shady Grove DSD Team?

• Predictable Schedule with Work-Life Balance: Primarily Tuesday / Thursday / Saturday (TTS) operating schedule with every other weekend / Saturday rotation (~12-hour shifts) , NO Sunday shifts , and NO overnight on-call .
• Meaningful Resident Continuity: Build deep, long-term relationships with a consistent group of resident patients and enjoy true direct teamwork with your RN partner.
• High Clinical Autonomy: Experience the independence of a boutique suite with the full backing, safety standards, and operational infrastructure of DaVita.

Qualifications & Requirements

Must Have:

• Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Clinical Experience: Minimum 1+ years of direct hemodialysis experience (in-center chronic, hospital acute, or SNF setting).
• Certification & Licensure: Active National CCHT (via NNCC) or CHT (via BONENT), along with an active Maryland Certified Nursing Assistant - Dialysis Technician (CNA-DT) credential (or eligible).
• Life Support: Current BLS / CPR certification.
• Schedule Flexibility: Ability to commute to 20111 Century Blvd, Ste C, Germantown, MD 20874 and work a primarily TTS schedule with rotating every-other-Saturday coverage.
• Technical Skills: Basic computer proficiency and comfort with electronic documentation / EMR (MS Office / Word / Outlook).

Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience in preceptor, training, or healthcare education roles.
• Familiarity operating Fresenius 2008T machines alongside central and portable RO water treatment systems.

What We’ll Provide (DaVita Rewards & Growth)

More than just a paycheck, DaVita's comprehensive Total Rewards package supports you and your family at every stage:

• Retention Bonus: Milestone-based retention bonus for eligible external dialysis-experienced technicians.
• Comprehensive Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off (PTO), and PTO cash-out options.
• Family & Personal Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counseling sessions, free access to Headspace, backup child and elder care, and paid parental leave.
• 100% Paid Training & Certification Support: Paid onboarding through award-winning training programs and reimbursement for clinical licenses and CCHT / CHT renewals.
• Robust Career Development Pathways: Bridge to Your Dreams: Fully funded tuition assist