Dialysis Patient Care Tech

Location: Cleveland, OH Pay Rate: $32-$35+/hr Shift/Schedule: 8-hour shifts Employment Type: 13-week local contract assignment Why This Role Matters As a Dialysis Patient Care Tech, you play a vital role in supporting patients receiving life-sustaining hemodialysis treatments. Working under the supervision of a licensed nurse, you will help ensure safe, effective dialysis care while supporting positive patient outcomes, treatment quality, patient education, and infection prevention standards.

What You'll Do: Welcome dialysis patients and assess their well-being prior to treatment. Obtain and document pre- and post-treatment vital signs, weights, and patient assessments. Evaluate vascular access sites for patency and perform cannulation. Administer heparin as delegated and permitted by state regulations. Initiate, monitor, and discontinue hemodialysis treatments according to prescribed orders. Monitor patient response during treatment and report significant changes to the RN or supervisor. Calculate and program dialysis machine settings, including ultrafiltration goals, treatment times, and treatment parameters. Ensure appropriate dialysis machine safety alarms are enabled and functioning correctly. Observe patients throughout treatment and respond to intradialytic complications as directed. Perform dialysis machine setup, pretreatment testing, operation, cleaning, and disinfection. Conduct required pressure holding tests (PHT) and initiate Solution Delivery Systems (SDS).Obtain prescribed laboratory specimens and prepare samples according to laboratory requirements. Accurately document treatment information, treatment parameters, and patient responses in designated clinical systems. Complete Hemodialysis Treatment Sheets and related clinical documentation. Assist with patient education regarding dialysis treatments, vascular access care, treatment adequacy measures, and disease management. Support infection control initiatives and ensure adherence to all infection prevention policies and procedures. Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) and Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) activities. Support newly admitted dialysis patients during their transition into care and reinforce treatment education. Assist with inventory management, supply organization, lab processing, and patient chart preparation. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized dialysis treatment environment. Assist in training and supporting other direct patient care staff under nurse supervision.

What We're Looking For: A current, up-to-date resume. High School Diploma or GED required. Minimum of 1 year of Dialysis Patient Care Technician experience within the last 2 years required. Current CMS-approved state and/or national dialysis technician certification, or ability to obtain within required state or CMS timelines. All applicable state licensure, education, and training requirements. Experience performing vascular access cannulation and monitoring dialysis treatments. Experience with hemodialysis machine setup, operation, testing, and troubleshooting. Knowledge of dialysis treatment principles, infection control standards, and patient safety practices. Strong patient care, communication, documentation, and teamwork skills. Ability to perform prolonged standing, bending, lifting, and patient assistance activities in a dialysis clinic environment. Demonstrated commitment to customer service, quality care, and organizational values. Two verified references (one manager, one peer).Ability to meet compliance requirements including: a physician's statement, color vision exam, TB test, and the following immunizations: Tdap, Hep B, MMR, Varicella, Flu, and COVID.Eligible and provide proof of eligibility to work in the US.What's In It For YouCompetitive Pay: $32-$35+/hr. Flexibility: 13-week local contract assignment. Impact: Make a real difference in patients' lives every day. Growth: Expand your clinical skills in a specialized dialysis setting. Teamwork: Work with a supportive, professional healthcare team. Benefits for Manpower Associates (Upon Eligibility) Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for: Medical and Prescription Drug PlansDental Plan Supplemental Life Insurance Short Term Disability Insurance 401(k)