About This Role
This patient-care role involves providing direct care to patients undergoing hemodialysis treatments under the supervision of a registered nurse. It suits a dependable, compassionate, and detail-oriented Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) who is comfortable in a fast-paced clinical environment and committed to safe, respectful, and high-quality patient care.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, test, operate, disinfect, and maintain hemodialysis machines and related equipment
- Set up dialysis stations and ensure all necessary supplies and equipment are ready before treatment
- Initiate, monitor, and discontinue hemodialysis treatments under the supervision of a registered nurse
- Obtain and document patients
- Monitor patients throughout treatment and promptly report any changes, complications, or concerns to the supervising nurse
- Follow prescribed dialysis treatment orders, facility policies, and established safety protocols
- Use proper aseptic techniques and follow all infection-control procedures
- Provide vascular access care within the technician
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of treatment information and changes in patient condition
- Educate and support patients regarding the dialysis process and basic vascular access precautions within the technician
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe dialysis treatment environment
- Work collaboratively with registered nurses, physicians, dietitians, social workers, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team
- Respond appropriately to dialysis-related complications and emergencies according to facility protocols
- Complete additional patient-care and facility duties as assigned
Requirements
- Current and valid Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) certification
- High school diploma or GED
- Knowledge of hemodialysis procedures, renal anatomy, and renal physiology
- Familiarity with nephrology-related medical terminology
- Knowledge of infection-control practices, aseptic techniques, and patient-safety standards
- Ability to follow treatment orders, clinical procedures, and facility protocols
- Strong observation, communication, documentation, and patient-service skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment
- Ability to remain calm and respond appropriately during emergencies
- Compassionate, dependable, professional, and team-oriented approach to patient care
- Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification
Nice to have:
- Previous experience working as a dialysis technician or patient care technician in an outpatient dialysis facility
- Experience with hemodialysis machines, vascular access monitoring, and electronic medical records
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Important Details
- Employment type: full-time, part-time, or PRN
About the Company
Home Comfort Dialysis is seeking a Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) to join its patient-care team.