Dialysis Technician

Dialysis Technician Job Overview

The Dialysis Technician performs dialysis care as delegated by a Registered Nurse, maintaining treatment consistency, monitoring patient response, and reporting variations to the charge RN.

Pay Range: $19.87 - $28.31/hour (Uncertified) and $21.88 - $33.77/hour (Certified), depending on experience. Benefits Eligible:
Yes (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and many more benefits).

Part‑time, 24 hours/week. No set schedule. Variable days and number of hours with on‑call and weekend requirements.

Outpatient Dialysis, Utah Dialysis Center (Salt Lake City, UT).

• Provide dialysis care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and guidelines, including setting up the dialysis machine, initiating, monitoring, and terminating therapy as per provider orders.
• Recognize problems, demonstrate appropriate immediate action, and notify responsible parties promptly.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients and caregivers by adhering to all established Intermountain policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Document patient care appropriately in the electronic health record.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities and programs.

• Patient Care
• Communication
• Reading, Writing, Simple Math
• Critical Thinking
• Interpersonal
• Computer Literacy – Intermediate
• Typing
• Manual Dexterity
• Detail Oriented

Required (Uncertified)

• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers prior to start date.
• Obtain Certified Chronic Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) Certification within 18 months of hire or vacate the role.

Required (Certified)

• Hold current Certified Chronic Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) or Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) certification.
• Maintain an active CCHT or CHT certification to remain in this role.
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers prior to start date.

Preferred

• Dialysis experience.
• Experience in a regulated healthcare environment.
• Phlebotomy experience.

• Evaluate and interpret color‑coded test results on test strips.
• Frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care and accessing information.
• Manual dexterity to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision.
• Lift and transfer patients; bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment weighing up to heavy items.
• Assist with transporting/ambulating patients, and push/pull gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items.
• Navigate crowded and busy rooms with equipment and power cords on the floor.
• Stand in a stationary position for extended periods.
• If driving is part of the role, sit, see, and read signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.

Intermountain Health is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

All positions subject to close without notice.