Physicians Dialysis·Ocala, Florida
The CCHT performs technical patient care activities and operates dialysis equipment under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Responsibilities include preparing the clinic, initiating and monitoring hemodialysis treatments, and maintaining water system quality.
The CCHT will work under the direct supervision of the licensed professional nurse, to carry out technical and patient care treatment activities. This individual performs a variety of patient care duties and operates a variety of equipment necessary in the care of dialysis patients. This individual provides safe, effective, and compassionate care that is consistent with State and Federal regulations and Physicians Dialysis’ policies, procedures, and guidelines and within his/her scope of practice.
Duties: and Responsibilities:
Prepare clinic for opening shift (where applicable), conduct facility opening procedures such preparing water for treatment, turning on computers, phones, prepare waiting room, etc.
Start up the Reverse Osmosis water system, completing required water quality monitoring tests, prior to initiation of dialysis.
Prepare hemodialysis equipment per company policies prior to initiation of patient treatment: (set up and test equipment, priming machine, stringing machine with tubing, checking supplies and stock).
Mix bicarbonate solution per policy and test solution prior to providing it to the dialysis machines.
Welcome patient and ready patient for treatment
Collect data (blood pressure, conductivity, compare treatment orders to treatment being performed to ensure patient care) and enter data into the system.
Assist in the movement of patients to treatment area and with weighing.
Initiate and monitor patient treatment; may cannulate patient to begin treatment as directed by the licensed professional and as per State guidelines.
Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse professionals, deliver ESRD specific care to assigned patients as prescribed, including all aspects of the hemodialysis procedure.
Provide routine monitoring of treatment and respond to irregularities or emergencies
Conduct focused observations of pre- and post-dialysis treatment
Monitor key water quality parameters in the absence of the biomedical technician, to ensure safe patient treatment.
Communicate effectively with the care team and patient. Report patient issues as needed throughout the treatment day.
Discontinue treatment as directed by the licensed professional and as per State guidelines.
Document all activities related to the patient treatment on the hemodialysis flow sheet.
Clean the dialysis station (includes chair, machine and ancillary equipment) with the approved facility disinfectant. Ready area for next patient.
Stock supply carts/cabinets with the supplies necessary to complete the day’s treatments.
Disinfect treatment area according to facility policy and procedure between treatments.
Prepare unit for close (where applicable) including stocking of stations, cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and chairs, finalizing system updates and turning off computers, etc.
Close unit at end of day and perform necessary closing procedures.
Close water system as assigned.
Candidates must be high school graduates with a valid Hemodialysis Technician certification and at least 2 years of clinical experience. BLS certification is required within 60 days of hire.
Market context
Florida healthcare employers continue to seek certified hemodialysis technicians for outpatient and hospital dialysis settings, where consistent patient care and treatment support are essential. This role is competitive because employers typically want a valid CHT, at least 2 years of clinical experience, and BLS completed within 60 days of hire. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit, then confirm your certification dates and clinical experience before applying.
