Dialysis Tech

Merit Health River Region; Vicksburg (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Merit Health River Region is seeking a Dialysis Technician to provide direct patient care and technical support in delivering hemodialysis treatments under RN supervision.

You will monitor equipment, ensure safety, and uphold infection control and quality standards to support optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• 0–1 years of dialysis or patient care experience.
• BLS certification required.
• CCHT certification by NNCC, BONENT, or state-specific preferred by start date.
• Basic knowledge of dialysis procedures and patient care protocols.

Responsibilities

• Performs hemodialysis procedures in accordance with guidelines.
• Monitors patients during dialysis, including vital signs and fluid status.
• Documents pre- and post-dialysis vital signs and weights.
• Assists with initiation/termination and machine setup.
• Adjusts fluid removal rates and machine settings as directed.
• Performs water quality testing, equipment disinfection, and QC activities.
• Responds to emergencies and assists with patient stabilization.
• Maintains accurate documentation of treatments and logs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular attendance and compliance with policies.

Skills

Dialysis procedures

Patient care

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

Infection control

Job description

Job Summary

The Dialysis Technician is responsible for providing direct patient care and technical support in the delivery of hemodialysis treatments under the supervision of a registered nurse. This role performs dialysis procedures, monitors equipment, and supports patient safety and comfort during treatment. The Dialysis Technician ensures adherence to clinical protocols, infection control guidelines, and quality standards to support optimal patient outcomes.

Essential Functions

• Performs hemodialysis procedures in accordance with established clinical guidelines and protocols.
• Monitors patients during dialysis treatment, including vital signs, fluid status, and potential adverse reactions.
• Obtains and documents pre- and post-dialysis vital signs and patient weights.
• Assists with initiation and termination of dialysis treatments, ensuring accurate machine setup and proper vascular access.
• Adjusts fluid removal rates and dialysis machine settings as directed by the registered nurse.
• Conducts routine water quality testing and ensures equipment disinfection, maintenance, and quality control are performed according to policy.
• Responds to emergency situations and supports patient stabilization under the direction of nursing staff.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of treatments, observations, and equipment logs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in a dialysis or patient care setting preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of dialysis treatment procedures and patient care protocols.
• Ability to recognize signs of patient distress and respond appropriately.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and equipment operation.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Familiarity with infection control and safety standards related to dialysis care.

Licenses and Certifications

• BLS - Basic Life Support required
• CCHT - Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician obtained by NNCC, BONENT, or state specific certification by start date of employment required