Dialysis Technician: Precise Patient Care & Hemodialysis

Merit Health River Region Medical Center; Vicksburg (MS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Merit Health River Region Medical Center is seeking a Dialysis Technician to support hemodialysis treatments under RN supervision. The role emphasizes direct patient care, monitoring, documentation, and rigorous adherence to safety and infection control standards.

Ideal candidates will have BLS and CCHT certifications, with 0–1 years in dialysis or related patient-care settings. This position requires teamwork in a fast-paced clinical environment and reliable attendance.

Qualifications

• The candidate should have basic dialysis knowledge and patient care protocols.
• Ability to monitor patients, document observations, and ensure safety.
• Familiarity with infection control and safety standards in dialysis care.

Responsibilities

• Performs hemodialysis procedures under RN supervision.
• Monitors vital signs and fluid status during treatment.
• Documents pre- and post-dialysis observations accurately.
• Assists with setup, initiation, and termination of treatments.
• Maintains equipment logs and ensures machine readiness.
• Responds to emergencies per nursing direction and protocol.

Skills

Dialysis procedures

Patient care

Documentation

Vital signs

Infection control

Teamwork

Communication

Education

BLS Certification

CCHT certification

Tools

Dialysis machines

Job description

Merit Health River Region Medical Center is seeking a Dialysis Technician to support hemodialysis treatments under RN supervision. The role emphasizes direct patient care, monitoring, documentation, and rigorous adherence to safety and infection control standards.

Ideal candidates will have BLS and CCHT certifications, with 0–1 years in dialysis or related patient-care settings. This position requires teamwork in a fast-paced clinical environment and reliable attendance.