Float Dialysis Technician

DaVita Kidney Care

. Assist registered nurses in providing dialysis treatment for End-Stage Kidney Disease patients .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeMarietta • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in dialysis treatment procedures, patient monitoring, and vital sign assessment while ensuring compliance with safety protocols and maintaining accurate patient records. Proficient in using dialysis machines and related technologies, with a strong focus on patient care and communication.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Dialysis Technician Certification (CCHT)Current CPR CertificationPatient Monitoring and Vital Signs AssessmentDialysis Machine OperationData Entry and Clerical Duties

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Hard Skills

Dialysis Treatment AssistanceVital Signs RecordingBlood Sample CollectionDialysis Machine SetupCentral Venous Catheter TechniquesData Collection and ReportingClerical DutiesPatient Chart MaintenanceSafety ChecksDisinfection Procedures

Soft Skills

Problem-Solving SkillsAttention to DetailPatient FocusCalm Under PressureAdaptabilityReliability

Tools & Technologies

Dialysis MachinesReverse Osmosis Water SystemsDaVita Computer SystemsMS WordMS Outlook

Certifications & Qualifications

Dialysis Technician Certification (CCHT)Current CPR Certification

Industry Keywords

End-Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD)Patient CareDialysis ProceduresVascular Access MonitoringPatient Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist registered nurses in providing dialysis treatment for End-Stage Kidney Disease patients
Receive patients into treatment/exam areas
Weigh patients and take pre- and post-dialysis temperature and blood pressure
Perform and record vital signs and other ESKD patient parameters
Obtain blood samples and culture specimens and prepare them for shipment
Collect patient data and report patient status and parameters to nurses or preceptors
Monitor and document vascular access status
Initiate dialysis under nurse or preceptor guidance using approved access, cannulation, or central venous catheter techniques
Review dialysis prescriptions and assess patients’ physical and mental condition
Gather information regarding dietary and medication regimen compliance
Set up and monitor dialysis machines and reverse osmosis water systems
Respond to alarms and perform safety checks
Dismantle, clean, disinfect, and perform terminal cleaning of dialysis equipment
Perform clerical duties including filing, lab requisitions, appointment scheduling, phone answering, supply ordering, billing, copying, faxing, data entry, and maintaining patient charts
Float to Marietta, Wood County, and Grand Central dialysis clinics during and after training

Requirements

What you’ll need

Dialysis Technician Certification (CCHT) by a CMS approved state certification program or a national commercially available certification program required within 18 months of hire or position change
Current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification required, or must be obtained within 60 days of employment
High School diploma, GED credential, or equivalent from a federally accredited institution
Basic computer skills
Proficiency in MS Word and Outlook
Functional proficiency in all DaVita computer systems within 90 days of hire
Flexible schedule and ability to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Reliable transportation
Successful completion of a drug screen and background check
Ability to float between Marietta, Wood County (Parkersburg, WV), and Grand Central (Vienna, WV)
Great problem-solving skills, attention to detail, patient focus, calm under pressure, adaptability, and reliability

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
Family resources
EAP counseling sessions
Access to Headspace®
Backup child and elder care
Maternity/paternity leave
Pet insurance
Paid training
Certification cost coverage
Compensation increases as training levels are completed and more responsibility is assumed