Description:   

As kidney failure continues to be a growing national health problem, kidney disease is driving the growing demand for well-trained dialysis technicians. Dialysis technicians are employed in hospitals, outpatient clinics, and other medical facilities. The number of dialysis technician jobs has the potential to increase by more than 35% by 2018. While most technician training has historically been done “on-the-job,” today’s healthcare employers are seeking well-trained technicians who possess the necessary knowledge and skills to fill this growing number
of positions.

This Dialysis Technician Program provides students with the knowledge needed to perform the responsibilities of a Dialysis Technician. It reviews normal kidney physiology, the basic principles of hemodialysis, kidney dialysis machines, dialyzer preparation and reprocessing as well as how to assist dialysis patients in managing their disease and treatment.  Our courses are highly interactive and provide students with an enriched learning experience.

Program also includes an optional clinical externship at a local healthcare provider.

Class Details:            

Course Objectives

 This course covers the following key areas and topics:

• Specific procedures to operate kidney dialysis machines
• Preparation of the dialyzer, reprocessing and delivery systems
• Equipment maintenance
• Skills to monitor and record a patient’s vital signs
• The process for a dialysis teams’ administration of local anesthetics and drugs as needed
• Assessment of patients for any complications that occur during a procedure
• Patient training for at-home dialysis treatment and techniques to provide emotional support patients need for self-care

Education and Certification

• Dialysis technicians should have or be pursuing a high school diploma or GED.
• This program is designed to cover the key objectives of the leading dialysis technician certification exams. Although some students do immediately pursue certain certifications, most national exams require job experience for formal dialysis technician certification.

Detailed Course Topics Covered

• Knowledge and use of aseptic techniques and standard precautions
• Renal physiology and the pathology of renal failure 
• How to perform and record physical measurements including weight and vital signs
• Principles of hemodialysis and hematological aspects
• Dialyzer reuse preparation, dialysate, and delivery systems
• Basic body chemistry including fluid and electrolyte balance
• Clinical manifestations of end-stage renal disease
• Routine aspects of hemodialysis
• Dietary regulation and medication problems relating to dialysis
• Acute renal failure and dialysis
• Kidney transplantation
• Peritoneal dialysis
• Diabetes and hemodialysis
• Pediatric hemodialysis
• End-stage renal disease in the elderly
• Composition of dialysate solution
• Anticoagulation and heparin administration
• Handling of hazardous materials

What You Can Expect

• 24 hour a day instructor support & course mentors
• engaging labs, student exercises and course videos
• all textbooks, workbooks and student materials
• a new “Secure Student Website” – including career resources & other training

To ensure that all students have the resources they need to succeed, students will have access to a secure “Student Portal” website which includes:

• Career building exercises, resume writing tips, interview techniques, etc..
• Career mentors - there to help students take the next step in their career!
• Other skills training including lifelong learning skills, healthcare review, etc.

Tuition:

$1,299. Program also includes an optional clinical externship at a local healthcare provider.

Who Should Attend:

A great course for medical office professionals to obtain the skills needed for a Dialysis Technician position or to advance their current healthcare career.

Schedule:

 On Demand After Registration

Location:

Online