Dialysis Technician (DT) - Farmville Dialysis

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Farmville (VA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers manages dialysis technician roles focused on the treatment and care of patients with CKD. This position supports clinicians in dialysis procedures, ensures equipment readiness, and adheres to safety standards in outpatient or inpatient settings.

Candidates should hold a high school diploma, have or obtain CCHT/CHT/CCNT certifications, and possess BLS. This is a patient-care driven role with potential for clinical growth within the Virginia health system.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.
• Experience: Previous health care experience preferred.
• Licensure: CCHT/CHT/CCNT certifications or equivalent licensing.
• AHA Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist healthcare professionals in delivering patient care across dialysis settings.
• Support diagnostic, therapeutic, and procedural aspects of patient care in dialysis.
• Maintain equipment and ensure patient safety during treatment.

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Certified as Patient Care Dialysis Technician (CCHT)

Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT)

Certified in Clinical Nephrology Technology (CCNT)

AHA BLS certification

Job description

These roles provide essential assistance to healthcare professionals in delivering patient care. Ensure the smooth functioning of clinical operations by handling tasks that support the diagnostic, therapeutic, and procedural aspects of patient care. Allied Health - Health Services professionals work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of medical services.

These roles focus on the treatment and care of patients with kidney failure or chronic kidney disease (CKD), and are integral to managing patients who require dialysis. Professionals work in various healthcare settings, including outpatient and inpatient settings.

Individual contributors with responsibility in a clinical discipline or specialty. Spends majority of time in the delivery of support services or activities, typically under supervision. Opportunities for progression outside this career stream are typically limited without additional education or significant training and experience. Specialty license or certification required which is acquired through training and/or experience. This career stream will be most commonly applied to patient care areas.

Requires basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and require vocational or technical education. Works under moderate supervision. Problems are typically of a routine nature but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures. Communicates information that requires some explanation or interpretation.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.

Experience: Previous health care experience preferred.

Licensure: Certified as a Patient Care Dialysis Technician by a State Agency or Nationally Recognized Certification Program within 18 months of hire date.

American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

Criteria for use of the titles of dialysis patient care technician or dialysis care technician

• Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) by the Nephrology Nursing Certification Commission (NNCC)
• Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) by the Board of Nephrology Examiners Nursing and Technology (BONENT)
• Certified in Clinical Nephrology Technology (CCNT) by the National Nephrology Certification Organization (NNCO)
• Certification or licensure as a dialysis technician or similar title by another jurisdiction in the United States provided the standards for certification or licensure or substantially equivalent to those in Virginia

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling; Repetitive motion: Building dialysis machines and wrist rotation. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 50 - 100lbs. May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, noise, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The pay range for this role is $19.37 - $26.83 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Job Profile

J1195 - Dialysis Technician

Career Stream and Level

Clinical Technician-T2

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