Program offered is a Diploma.

Dialysis technicians, also sometimes referred to as hemodialysis technicians, renal dialysis technicians, or nephrology technicians, function in multiple roles. The dialysis technician is the primary direct caregiver for patients whose kidneys no longer function properly and who are undergoing dialysis treatment. They operate the machines that remove waste and excess fluids from the blood of these patients. They work under the supervision of physicians and registered nurses primarily in hospitals, clinics, outpatient facilities, or home dialysis programs. Their responsibilities may vary based on different state laws and facility policies.

Dialysis technicians must fully understand the operation of the kidney dialysis machines. They are responsible for their operation, cleaning, and sterilization. They must also fully understand their patients’ needs. They carefully monitor and record weight and vital signs before, during, and after the blood cleansing procedures. Additionally, they instruct patients about in-home treatments. Because dialysis technicians work with blood, they must exercise strict safety precautions against infectious diseases such as hepatitis and AIDS. There is an externship component as a culminating course that enables the student to be placed in an actual supervised dialysis setting.

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