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| Dialysis Technicians operate machines that remove waste and excess
fluids from the blood of patients whose kidneys can no longer carry out
those functions. Dialysis technicians are also referred to as renal
dialysis technicians, hemodialysis technicians, or nephrology technicians.
They work under the supervision of physicians, primarily in hospitals and
clinics.
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. Dialysis technicians 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. |
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| Average Salary: $20,000 - $35,000 | |
| Educational Requirements: | |
| Dialysis technicians must have a high school diploma or GED certificate. Additionally, they must complete a state-approved training program at a technical school, community college, or hospital. | |
| For More Information: | |
| National Association
of Nephrology Technicians
11 West Monument Ave. Suite 510 Dayton, OH 45402 |
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