Tidelands Health·Murrells Inlet, South Carolina
The Dialysis Technician provides direct patient care by operating and monitoring hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis machines. They are also responsible for maintaining quality control, performing laboratory tests, and assisting in patient and staff training.
Day - 12 hour shift (United States of America)
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A Brief Overview The Dialysis Technician is responsible for direct patient care to include operation and monitoring of a variety of machines related to hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, daily patient care, and observations under the direct supervision and guidance of a registered nurse.
This position is responsible for assuring quality controls and safety checks are completed by policy and protocol.
Assures all equipment and supplies are current and compliant with policy, procedure, and regulatory standards and requirements.
The dialysis technician may perform phlebotomy or obtain blood samples and prepare them for transport to the lab.
This position may be responsible for performing both simple and complex laboratory tests.
Assists in delivery of training materials to instruct patients and their families, as well as staff and other dialysis technicians, in principles and practices of dialysis.
Rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines and protocols to perform the functions of the job.
What you will do
Provides direct patient care including performing patient treatment from start to finish and handling daily operations between patient and dialysis machine.
Responsible for water quality and quality control checks as defined by policy and regulations.
Responsible for opening and closing the dialysis department.
Responds to machine alarms according to established procedures and protocols.
Assists in the patient discharge and transfer practice, as directed by the RN, including but not limited to gathering patient belongings and transporting patient to/from dialysis to the inpatient unit.
Performs dialysis required laboratory procedures and quality control which may include specimen collection, blood sugar testing, completion of patient identification and specimen labeling per TH policy and procedure.
Documents are all delivered to the patient according to established policy and procedure.
Participate in quality improvement activities, including unit councils and workgroups.
Supports patient advocacy, patient rights and responsibilities, and service standards.
Follows established safety and emergency policies and procedures in daily practice or emergency situations including handling of equipment and supplies during emergencies.
Physical Demand Medium Physical Demand The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a contract for employment nor a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Tidelands Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
Tidelands Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Tidelands Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, gender, genetic information, familial status, or any other legally protected status.
Candidates must have a High School Diploma and completion of CMS-adopted technician training or certification. A minimum of 2-4 years of related experience and BLS certification are required.
Market context
Nursing jobs in South Carolina are typically in steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings. These roles are competitive because employers often want an active nursing license, BLS from the American Heart Association at hire, and may prefer a BSN; benefits commonly include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and paid time off. Before applying, confirm your license status and BLS readiness, and note that the requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time.