Dialysis Technician

DaVita Kidney Care•Canton, OH

9d•Onsite

About The Position

DaVita is hiring a Dialysis Technician, also referred to as a Patient Care Technician (PCT), to provide patient care at its Canton Dialysis Center in Canton, Ohio. Paid training is provided through a mix of classroom instruction and hands-on learning; training may take place at the assigned clinic or another training facility. The clinic operates Monday through Saturday from 3:45 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PCTs generally work three to four days per week, including at least two Saturdays per month, and may start as early as 3:00 a.m. Training hours may vary, but typically range from 32 to 40 hours per week. Shifts vary with patient needs, and candidates must be flexible to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Teammates may also be asked to work at multiple clinics in the territory. The role provides direct, one-on-one dialysis care, with PCTs caring for as many as four to five patients at a time. Duties include preparing the water room and bicarbonate, testing water for chlorine, checking equipment calibration, setting up hemodialysis machines, and monitoring patients before, during, and after treatment. PCTs measure and record patient statistics, observe patients, and help ensure treatments are safe, comfortable, and hygienic. The role involves exposure to blood and needles and mixing acid or bicarbonate. PCTs build relationships with patients receiving dialysis for end-stage renal disease, typically three times per week, and educate them about kidney dialysis. They work as part of a cross-functional clinical team and under the supervision of a registered nurse. The position requires the physical and mental ability to work long shifts, sometimes 12 or more hours, while on one's feet. Physical tasks include lifting 5 to 50 pounds unassisted and repetitive standing, sitting, stooping, walking, stretching, reaching, and using a full range of body motions. The role also requires clear, efficient in-person and telephone communication and use of a computer and peripherals. DaVita describes opportunities for professional development and advancement through its clinical ladder, Preceptor University, and a tuition-funded pathway for qualifying PCTs interested in becoming registered nurses.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Dependable, reliable, adaptable, friendly, easygoing, and enthusiastic, with a strong work ethic.
Comfort working with blood and needles and mixing acid or bicarbonate.
Flexible availability to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Comfort with early shifts and long hours on one's feet; some shifts may be 12 or more hours.
Physical ability to lift 5 to 50 pounds unassisted and perform repetitive standing, sitting, stooping, walking, stretching, reaching, and full-body motions.
Ability to communicate clearly and efficiently in person and by phone.
Ability to use a computer and peripherals as needed.
Willingness to train and work across multiple clinics within the territory as needed.

Nice To Haves

Health care experience is preferred.
BONENT certification, Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or phlebotomy certification.

Responsibilities

Provide direct, safe, comfortable, and hygienic dialysis care to patients, caring for up to four to five patients at a time.
Prepare the water room and bicarbonate and perform morning setup duties.
Test water for chlorine and check that tools and equipment are calibrated.
Set up hemodialysis machines and monitor patients before, during, and after treatment.
Measure and record patient statistics and make patient observations.
Build long-term relationships with patients receiving dialysis and educate them about kidney dialysis-related topics.
Work with a cross-functional clinical team under the supervision of a registered nurse.
Work across multiple clinics in the territory as needed.

Benefits

Paid training.
Reimbursement for a Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) license.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
401(k) match.
Paid time off and PTO cash out.
Family resources and EAP counseling sessions.
Access to Headspace®.
Backup child and elder care.
Maternity and paternity leave.
Preceptor University training.
Clinical ladder opportunities for increased responsibility and compensation.
Bridge to Your Dreams offers qualifying high-performing PCTs fully funded tuition and career coaching toward becoming a registered nurse.