Part-Time Dialysis Technician - Home Therapy

Montana Kidney PLLC; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Montana Kidney PLLC in Missoula is seeking a dependable Dialysis Technician to join the Home Therapies team on a part-time basis. You will support home hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis training and treatment setup, working closely with the Home Therapies RN.

The role emphasizes organization, patient safety, and clear documentation, with duties spanning clinic operations, equipment prep, infection control, vital signs, and chart maintenance.

Qualifications

• Previous dialysis technician experience required.
• Hemodialysis experience within the last two years required.
• CCHT certification preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Home Therapies clinic operations and patient visits.
• Support home hemodialysis patient training under RN supervision.
• Assist with home dialysis treatments, including setup and monitoring.
• Prepare dialysis machines and treatment areas; follow infection-control procedures.
• Obtain and document vital signs and treatment information.
• Maintain and organize patient charts and documentation.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance and protect patient information.
• Support PD and HHD supply organization and inventory management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Patient communication

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

CCHT certification

BLS certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

None

Job description

Position: Dialysis Technician
Department: Home Therapies
Schedule: Part-Time, Monday through Friday
Location: Missoula, Montana

Position Summary

We are seeking a dependable and patient-focused Dialysis Technician to join our Home Therapies team on a part-time basis.

This position works closely with the Home Therapies RN to support patients receiving home hemodialysis (HHD) and peritoneal dialysis (PD). This is a Monday through Friday position, with part-time hours based on the needs of the Home Therapies program. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, comfortable working independently, and passionate about helping patients successfully manage dialysis at home.

Responsibilities

Patient Care & Home Therapies Support

• Assist with Home Therapies clinic operations and patient visits
• Support home hemodialysis patient training and ongoing education under RN supervision
• Assist with home hemodialysis treatments, including establishing vascular access, treatment setup, monitoring, and discontinuation as appropriate and within scope of practice
• Prepare dialysis machines, equipment, and treatment areas
• Follow infection-control and aseptic-technique requirements
• Obtain and document vital signs, weights, and other treatment information
• Assist with laboratory specimen collection and processing
• Reinforce patient education and established treatment procedures
• Identify and promptly report patient concerns or changes in condition to the RN

Documentation & Administrative Support

• Maintain timely, accurate, and complete documentation in the patient medical record
• Assist with ongoing review and organization of patient charts to ensure required documentation is current and complete
• Maintain and organize clinical documents, treatment records, laboratory results, and other Home Therapies records
• Assist with scanning, filing, faxing, and tracking patient-related documentation
• Help identify missing, incomplete, or expired documentation and communicate needed follow-up to the appropriate team member
• Maintain patient confidentiality and follow HIPAA requirements when handling, transmitting, and storing protected health information
• Support organization of Home Therapies forms, logs, policies, and other required program documentation

Clinic & Equipment Support

• Support PD and HHD supply organization and inventory management
• Clean and disinfect equipment and treatment areas according to policy
• Assist with maintaining an organized and treatment‑ready Home Therapies clinic
• Assist the Home Therapies team with additional clinical and operational needs

Qualifications

• Previous dialysis technician experience required
• Hemodialysis experience within the last two years required
• CCHT certification preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current BLS certification
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate records and documentation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively while also functioning independently
• Reliable and adaptable in a small, patient-centered dialysis program

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who enjoys developing relationships with patients and being part of a close-knit team. This role is a combination of hands‑on dialysis support, patient interaction, and organization of the clinical and documentation needs of the Home Therapies program.

The right candidate will be dependable, detail-oriented, and willing to take ownership of their responsibilities while working closely with the Home Therapies RN to keep patient care and program documentation organized and up to date.

This is a part-time opportunity to play an important role in a growing Home Therapies program.