Dialysis Patient Care Tech | Local Contract

Looking to put your dialysis experience to work in a role where you can make a direct impact on patient care every day? We are seeking an experienced Dialysis Patient Care Tech for a rewarding local contract opportunity in Cleveland, Ohio. If you have recent dialysis/renal care experience and are passionate about delivering high-quality patient care in a fast-paced dialysis setting, this could be the perfect next step for you. Please note that this is a local contract assignment only and is not a travel position.

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 You

• Competitive 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 Plans
• Dental Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)