Hemodialysis Technician Jobs
Hemodialysis Technician jobs are open across hospital systems, outpatient dialysis centers, and skilled nursing facilities, from entry-level to senior and charge technician roles, with specializations in chronic kidney disease care, acute dialysis, and home hemodialysis support. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
BENEFITS HIGHLIGHTS
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
Responsibilities
The Clinical Hemodialysis Technician functions as an interdisciplinary team member to meet patient and family care needs within the Mayo Clinic Dialysis Services (MCDS) system. Under the supervision of the RN, is responsible for providing assistance in the provision of dialysis services through multiple roles. These roles include but are not limited to: direct patient care and observations, basic hemodialysis techniques and procedures, equipment maintenance, water treatment monitoring, vascular access monitoring, cleaning and disinfection of the hemodialysis machine, preparation of bicarbonate dialysate and acid concentrate, drawing blood samples and preparing them for transport, and performing both simple and complex laboratory tests and the required quality controls. Participation in quality improvement activities to maintain patient care standards is also expected. The Clinical Hemodialysis Technician carries out designated skills that are within these functions limited by law to unlicensed nursing personnel, as covered in the Core Curriculum for the Dialysis Technician and as written into the policies and procedures of Mayo Clinic.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
High School diploma or equivalent required. Completion of courses in basic sciences OR Certified nursing assistant training course required OR 1 year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting or other health care setting OR RN student with 1 semester of clinical coursework completed OR completion of a Dialysis Technician training program.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Before employment, successful completion of the Ishihara's color blindness test. Excellent communication skills. Computer skills. Ability to work flexible hours, which may include days, evenings, nights, holidays and weekends. Ability to effectively work with multiple team members including other dialysis units. Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION
Maintains current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs: American Heart Association (BLS for Healthcare Providers). Red Cross (CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers) Military Training Network. Successful completion of Hemodialysis Patient Care Technician national certification exam, within 18 months of hire when hired after 14 October 2008. Exam offered by the State, BONENT, NNCC, or NNCO.
EXEMPTION STATUS
Nonexempt
COMPENSATION DETAIL
$20.98 - $29.19 / hour
BENEFITS ELIGIBLE
Yes
SCHEDULE
Full Time
HOURS/PAY PERIOD
60
SCHEDULE DETAILS
12 hour shifts, 5:00am to 5:30pm, day off may vary. Will be required to float to Barron, Menomonie, and Luther Dialysis units.
WEEKEND SCHEDULE
Every third Saturday and two holidays per year.
INTERNATIONAL ASSIGNMENT
No
SITE DESCRIPTION
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
RECRUITER
Jennifer Schindeldecker
INTRODUCTION
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
BENEFITS HIGHLIGHTS
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
Responsibilities
The Clinical Hemodialysis Technician functions as an interdisciplinary team member to meet patient and family care needs within the Mayo Clinic Dialysis Services (MCDS) system. Under the supervision of the RN, is responsible for providing assistance in the provision of dialysis services through multiple roles. These roles include but are not limited to: direct patient care and observations, basic hemodialysis techniques and procedures, equipment maintenance, water treatment monitoring, vascular access monitoring, cleaning and disinfection of the hemodialysis machine, preparation of bicarbonate dialysate and acid concentrate, drawing blood samples and preparing them for transport, and performing both simple and complex laboratory tests and the required quality controls. Participation in quality improvement activities to maintain patient care standards is also expected. The Clinical Hemodialysis Technician carries out designated skills that are within these functions limited by law to unlicensed nursing personnel, as covered in the Core Curriculum for the Dialysis Technician and as written into the policies and procedures of Mayo Clinic.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
High School diploma or equivalent required. Completion of courses in basic sciences OR Certified nursing assistant training course required OR 1 year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting or other health care setting OR RN student with 1 semester of clinical coursework completed OR completion of a Dialysis Technician training program.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Before employment, successful completion of the Ishihara's color blindness test. Excellent communication skills. Computer skills. Ability to work flexible hours, which may include days, evenings, nights, holidays and weekends. Ability to effectively work with multiple team members including other dialysis units. Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION
Maintains current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs: American Heart Association (BLS for Healthcare Providers). Red Cross (CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers) Military Training Network. Successful completion of Hemodialysis Patient Care Technician national certification exam, within 18 months of hire when hired after 14 October 2008. Exam offered by the State, BONENT, NNCC, or NNCO.
EXEMPTION STATUS
Nonexempt
COMPENSATION DETAIL
$20.98 - $29.19 / hour
BENEFITS ELIGIBLE
Yes
SCHEDULE
Full Time
HOURS/PAY PERIOD
60
SCHEDULE DETAILS
12 hour shifts, 5:00am to 5:30pm, day off may vary. Will be required to float to Barron, Menomonie, and Luther Dialysis units.
WEEKEND SCHEDULE
Every third Saturday and two holidays per year.
INTERNATIONAL ASSIGNMENT
No
SITE DESCRIPTION
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
RECRUITER
Jennifer Schindeldecker
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Mayo Clinic7
- DaVita2
- Naphcare2
- Beth Israel Lahey Health1
- ChristianaCare1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services13
- Education7
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in hemodialysis technician jobs.
- Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) or CCHT credential from BONENT or NNCC
- Minimum one to two years of hands-on hemodialysis machine operation experience
- Proficiency with Fresenius, NxStage, or other dialysis delivery system platforms
- BLS or CPR certification current and maintained throughout employment
- Working knowledge of water treatment systems, dialysate preparation, and infection control protocols
- Ability to manage multiple patients simultaneously in a fast-paced outpatient or acute care setting
Tips for Your Hemodialysis Technician Job Search
Certify before you apply
Most employers filter applications by certification status before a recruiter ever reads your resume. If you hold CHT or CCHT credentials, put those abbreviations next to your name at the top of your resume so they're impossible to miss in an ATS scan.
Quantify your patient load experience
Hiring managers want to see how many patients per shift you managed and on how many dialysis machines. Replace vague phrases like 'assisted patients' with specifics like 'operated six stations per shift in a 30-chair outpatient unit' to stand out from generic applicants.
Target openings by dialysis setting type
Acute hospital dialysis, outpatient chronic care, and home therapy programs each have distinct skill demands. Filter your job search by setting so your application speaks directly to that environment rather than sending a one-size resume to every listing.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists hemodialysis technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for machine-specific interview questions
Interviewers routinely ask which dialysis machines you've operated, such as Fresenius or NxStage, and whether you can troubleshoot alarm codes independently. Have specific examples ready for each machine type on your resume before your first phone screen.
Negotiate shift differentials, not just base pay
Evening, overnight, and weekend shift differentials are a major part of total compensation for hemodialysis technicians and are often negotiable. Before accepting an offer, ask HR to break out the differential rates by shift so you can compare total earnings across competing offers.
Hemodialysis Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most hemodialysis technicians?
The companies hiring the most hemodialysis technicians right now include Mayo Clinic, DaVita, and Naphcare, with the largest share of openings in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Large dialysis networks tend to post continuously due to high patient volume and shift coverage needs.
How many hemodialysis technician jobs are remote?
About 0% of hemodialysis technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most dialysis care. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include patient scheduling coordination, home hemodialysis training support, and clinical education roles for experienced technicians moving into staff development.
How do you become a hemodialysis technician?
You start by completing a state-approved hemodialysis technician training program, which can be offered through a community college, dialysis provider, or vocational school. After training, you accumulate supervised clinical hours and then sit for a national certification exam through BONENT or NNCC. Some employers hire trainees and fund certification on the job, so applying before you're fully certified is an option worth pursuing.
Can you get hired as a hemodialysis technician with little experience?
Yes, many outpatient dialysis clinics and hospital systems offer entry-level roles where they train candidates who hold a high school diploma or GED and a current BLS certification. Emphasizing any patient-facing healthcare experience, even as a CNA or medical assistant, strengthens your application. Completing a phlebotomy course before applying also signals readiness for the venipuncture component of the role.
What does the hemodialysis technician interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a phone screen from HR covering certification status, shift availability, and setting preferences. A clinical manager interview follows, focused on machine operation experience, patient management scenarios, and infection control knowledge. Some employers add a hands-on skills assessment or shadow shift before extending an offer, particularly for roles in acute hospital units where independent judgment is expected from day one.
Where can I find and apply to hemodialysis technician jobs?
You can find and apply to hemodialysis technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your certification level, preferred setting, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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