Dialysis Tech - Unity Hospital

Rochester Regional Health; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a Dialysis Tech at Unity Hospital in Rochester, NY, to assist during dialysis sessions. You will set up and deliver treatment, cannulate fistula or graft, and collect samples under RN supervision, ensuring patient safety and comfort.

Core requirements include a High School diploma, and a Dialysis Technician Certification within 18 months. The role is full-time with a 40-hour work week, schedule 5:00AM–9:00PM, at Unity Hospital.

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

Responsibilities

• Set up and deliver dialysis treatment; cannulate fistula or graft under RN direction.
• Monitor vital signs and document observations in EMR; report changes to RN.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Customer service

Computer skills

Education

AS: Nursing

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Description Job Title: Dialysis Tech Department: DialysisLocation: Unity HospitalHours Per Week: 40Schedule: 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.

EDUCATION

AS: Nursing (Required)

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.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

RN - Registered Nurse - NYS Office of Professions BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA)

PAY RANGE

$18.50 - $22.00 The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, clinical licensure date, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

EEO/DIVERSITY STATEMENT

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.