Dialysis Tech 1, Outpatient

Overview

Opportunities for you!

• Consecutively recognized as a top employer by Forbes, and in 2025 by Newsweek
• Time and a half after 8 hrs + and night differential 
• Free Continuing Education and certification including BLS, ACLS and PALS
• Tuition reimbursement, education programs and scholarships
• Vacation time starts building on Day 1, and builds with your seniority
• Free money toward retirement with a 403(b) and matching contributions
• Great food options with on-demand ordering
• Free parking and electric charging

Commitment to diversity and inclusion is a cornerstone of our culture at Community. All are welcome as valued members of our community.

We know that our ability to provide the highest level of care is through taking care of our incredible teams. Learn more on our Benefits page.

Responsibilities

Provides ongoing surveillance of the Dialysis machines, water system, and unit supplies. Participates in patient care under the direction of the R.N.

Essential Accountabilities

• Prioritizes, organizes, and delivers patient and technical care in a timely manner as delegated by CP/RN.

• Assesses patient condition prior to initiation and during dialysis. Performs 30 minute checks of patient and documents any change in patient’s condition.

• Interacts with health care team to support and reinforce patient/family teaching plan.

• Assists in planning department maintenance and shares responsibility for ensuring adequate supplies. Performs technical duties related to opening and closing of the unit and reuse procedures.

• Practices cost efficient use of supplies and linen. Follows established charge procedures for patient charge capture.

• Identifies potential problems, plans preventative intervention, and reports potential problems with equipment to the Dialysis Technician 2.

• Assesses water system and dialysis machine readiness. Performs technical duties with machines and water system under the direction of the Dialysis Technician 2 and Manager. Detects water or machine system difficulties, recognizes faulty or inoperable equipment, and reports it to Dialysis Tech 2 for immediate repair.

• Answers unit call lights and responds to patient needs or communicates to appropriate member of healthcare team.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma, High School Equivalency (HSE), or Completion of a CHS Approved Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Certificate required

• Two years of college with course work in science, medical electronics, or health science preferred 

Experience

• 1 year of medical experience, CNA, EMT, Phlebotomy, or equivalent required 

Licenses and Certifications

• CAHT - State of California Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) required

• BLS - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers by American Heart Association (AHA) required

• CCHT - Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician preferred

Disclaimers

• Pay ranges listed are an estimate and subject to change.• If any bonuses are noted, they are only applicable to external hires meeting criteria.