Dialysis Tech - Bay Creek Dialysis

Rochester Regional Health; Town of Webster (NY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health in Bay Creek is seeking a Dialysis Tech who delivers dialysis treatments with careful attention to patient needs and safety under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent, and certification as a Dialysis Technician within 18 months; strong customer service, communication, and computer skills are preferred, and EMT or patient care experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Dialysis Technician Certification required within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Set up and deliver dialysis treatment; cannulate fistula or graft; obtain blood samples and culture specimens; calculate fluid removal based on nursing assessment; respond to treatment complications and inspect and evaluate dialysis access site, under direction of the Registered Nurse.
• Reporting - Monitor patient’s vital signs during treatment and record observations and interventions in EMR; report patient status changes to RN when appropriate; retrieve lab results when necessary.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Dialysis Technician Certification within 18 months

Job description

Job Title: Dialysis Tech
Department: Dialysis
Location: Bay Creek
Hours Per Week: 40
Schedule: 5:00AM-9:00PM

SUMMARY

As a Dialysis Tech, your attention to detail and kind, patient focused attitude while administering dialysis is crucial to sustaining the lives of our patients.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patient Care - Set up and deliver dialysis treatment; cannulate fistula or graft; obtain blood samples and culture specimens; calculate fluid removal based on nursing assessment; respond to treatment complications and inspect and evaluate dialysis access site, under direction of the Registered Nurse.

• Reporting - Monitor patient’s vital signs during treatment and record observations and interventions in Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system; report patient status changes to RN when appropriate; retrieve lab results when necessary.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or an equivalent combination of education and healthcare related work experience.

• Dialysis Technician National Certification required within 18 months of hire
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 1 year of experience in patient care or as an EMT preferred.

• Strong customer service, computer, and communication skills preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

PAY RANGE

$18.50 - $22.00