Dialysis Technician - OP

Hendrick Health; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hendrick Health in Abilene, TX is seeking a Dialysis Technician to perform dialysis procedures under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role involves operating dialysis equipment, assessing patient responses, and ensuring accurate documentation and data entry.

The technician will follow facility policies, maintain professional communication with the care team, and participate in quality and improvement activities as required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• CPR-BCLS certification is required.
• Certification as a dialysis technician must be obtained within 18 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist with dialysis procedures and treatments under RN supervision.
• Operate dialysis equipment and monitor patient responses.
• Document daily and weekly logs and enter data into computer systems.
• Follow facility policies and maintain professional communication with team.

Skills

Data entry

Patient care

Professional appearance

Take direction

Documentation

Policy compliance

Communication

Technical equipment

Confidentiality handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPR-BCLS

Dialysis technician certification within 18 months

Job description

Job Summary

Dialysis Technician performs dialysis procedures and treatments by assessing, planning, evaluating, and implementing tasks under the supervision of an RN. Performs highly technical procedures and tasks on dialysis equipment. Follows facility policy and procedures. Promotes teamwork inter-and intra-departmentally and maintains positive communication skills. Meets standards and functions under the supervision of a dialysis RN. Dialysis Techs have a professional obligation to participate in committee activities, surveys, improvement initiatives, and continuing education.

Job Requirements

Minimum Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Minimum Work Experience

• Minimum of 6 months as a dialysis technicians within the past 16 months

Required Licenses/Certifications

• CPR-BCLS
• Must obtain certification as a dialysis technician within 18 months of initial start date in the dialysis setting

Required Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities

• Input data into computer programs
• Provide safe and effective care to (up to) four patients per shift
• Maintains a professional appearance and attitude at all times
• Takes direction from the charge nurse and clinic manager
• Documents on daily and weekly logs
• Follows facility policy and procedures
• Communicates with other team members and patients
• Ability to work with technical equipment
• Ability to handle confidential information

Designated Driver

• No

OSHA Category

• 1 - High Risk