Dialysis Technician (DT) - Farmville Dialysis
UVA Health·Farmville, Virginia
UVA Health·Farmville, Virginia
Provide essential assistance to healthcare professionals in delivering care to patients with kidney failure or chronic kidney disease. Handle the diagnostic, therapeutic, and procedural aspects of dialysis treatment in inpatient and outpatient settings.
These roles provide essential assistance to healthcare professionals in delivering patient care. Ensure the smooth functioning of clinical operations by handling tasks that support the diagnostic, therapeutic, and procedural aspects of patient care. Allied Health - Health Services professionals work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of medical services.
These roles focus on the treatment and care of patients with kidney failure or chronic kidney disease (CKD), and are integral to managing patients who require dialysis.
Professionals work in various healthcare settings, including outpatient and inpatient settings.
Individual contributors with responsibility in a clinical discipline or specialty.
Spends majority of time in the delivery of support services or activities, typically under supervision.
Opportunities for progression outside this career stream are typically limited without additional education or significant training and experience. Specialty license or certification required which is acquired through training and/or experience.
This career stream will be most commonly applied to patient care areas.
Requires basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and require vocational or technical education. Works under moderate supervision.
Problems are typically of a routine nature but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures. Communicates information that requires some explanation or interpretation.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.
Previous health care experience preferred.
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts Certification and education support Generous Paid Time Off UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
Requires a high school diploma and BLS certification, with a dialysis technician certification required within 18 months of hire. Previous healthcare experience is preferred, along with the physical ability to lift up to 100lbs.
Market context
Support-services roles in Virginia are often tied to steady staffing needs in clinics, hospitals, and other care settings, especially when teams need dependable help with patient flow and day-to-day operations. This role is competitive because it asks for a high school diploma, three years of clinical experience, current AHA BLS, and a recognized Medical Assistant Certification, while offering medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, and paid time off. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification status and clinical experience match before applying.
