Dialysis Tech - Seneca Ridge

RRHS; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a Dialysis Technician for the Dialysis department. The position is based in Rochester, NY, with a 40-hour work week and a rotating schedule including early shifts and every other Saturday.

You will set up and deliver dialysis treatments, cannulate fistulas or grafts, and monitor patient status under RN direction. Proficiency with EMR and strong communication skills are important for this role.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Dialysis Technician National 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 dialysis access site under direction of the RN.
• Monitor patient's vital signs during treatment and record observations in the EMR; report status changes to RN when appropriate; retrieve lab results when necessary.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Computer skills

Education

High School diploma

Dialysis Technician National Certification

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Job Title: Dialysis Tech

Department: Dialysis

Location: Seneca Ridge

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule: 5:15a-1:45p, 1:30-10:00p, every other Saturday

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:

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.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee's physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$18.50 - $20.85

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14621

The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.