Dialysis Technician

About the role

DaVita is looking for a Dialysis Tech (PCT) to serve our patients at our Center Ridge Dialysis Center in North Ridgeville, OH. Paid training provided.

Schedule

• Mon–Sat 5:00 am – 6:00 pm (alternating schedule)
• Shifts can begin as early as 3:00 am and may vary based on patient needs
• PCTs are expected for 3–4 days/week with a minimum of two Saturdays per month
• Hours may vary during training; typically 32–40 hours/week during training
• Must be able to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Paid training

• Robust, paid training program (classroom + hands-on)
• Reimbursement for Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) license
• Training may occur in a facility or dedicated training clinic with a cohort of new teammates

Requirements

• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Comfortable working around blood and needles
• Comfortable mixing acid or bicarb solutions
• Physical and mental ability to work long hours (some shifts 12+ hours) on your feet
• Willingness to train and work across multiple clinics within the territory as needed
• Health care experience preferred (BONENT Certified, CHT, CNA, CMA, or Phlebotomy certification)

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care: one-on-one patient interactions to provide safe, comfortable, and hygienic dialysis treatment; caring for up to 4–5 patients at a time
• Technician duties:
  • Morning opening tasks: prepare water room, bicarb, test water for chlorine, verify calibrated tools
  • Monitor patients before, during, and after treatment; measure and record vitals and observations
  • Hemodialysis machine setup
• Educate patients on kidney-dialysis-related topics
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives
• Work under RN supervision within a cross-functional clinical team

Physical requirements

• Ability to lift 5–50 pounds unassisted
• Perform repetitive standing, sitting, stooping, walking, stretching, reaching, and full range-of-motion movements
• Clear in-person and phone communication
• Use computers and peripherals as needed

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash-out
• Family resources, EAP counseling, Headspace® access, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave
• Preceptor University: train future teammates in clinical procedures and policies
• Bridge to Your Dreams: fully funded tuition and career coaching for high-performing PCTs pursuing RN licensure