Dialysis Patient Care Tech — Critical Care & Training

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Health in Huntsville, TX seeks a Dialysis Technician to provide direct patient care in a correctional setting and support licensed staff in delivering care.

Responsibilities include assisting with pre-dialysis evaluations, setting up dialysis equipment, monitoring patients, performing safety checks, and documenting care in the EMR. CPR and CCHT credentials are required or must be obtained. This role operates within the prison environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must hold CCHT certification or obtain within 18 months.
• Complete the CMC Dialysis Patient Care Technician on-the-job training.
• Maintain current CPR and CCHT credentials.

Responsibilities

• Assist in pre-dialysis evaluation and record vital signs.
• Set up and operate dialysis equipment and report issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance and quality checks.
• Document and troubleshoot in the EMR.
• Monitor patients during hemodialysis and report concerns.
• Assist with lab work and access site care.
• Maintain equipment cleanliness and room sanitation.
• Respond promptly to emergencies.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Patient care

Emergency response

Equipment setup and operation

Documentation (EMR)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CCHT certification or equivalent

CPR certification

Tools

EMR system

Dialysis machinery

Lab specimen collection

Job description

UTMB Health in Huntsville, TX seeks a Dialysis Technician to provide direct patient care in a correctional setting and support licensed staff in delivering care.

Responsibilities include assisting with pre-dialysis evaluations, setting up dialysis equipment, monitoring patients, performing safety checks, and documenting care in the EMR. CPR and CCHT credentials are required or must be obtained. This role operates within the prison environment.