Hemodialysis Technician

Hemodialysis technicians, also often known as dialysis technicians, work closely with doctors and nurses to provide patient care to people with permanent kidney failure. This asynchronous online hemodialysis technician certification course provides the didactic and clinical requirements needed to develop the skills necessary to fulfill the job requirements of a hemodialysis technician.

The hemodialysis technician course, which includes medical terminology, prepares you for an entry-level...

12 Months / 205 Course Hrs

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Butler Community College

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Learning method

Instructor-led

$3,595

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Details + Objectives

Course code: GES1079

What you will learn

To describe how to evaluate the patient pre- and post-treatment as well as evaluate, intervene, and manage treatment for the patient
To describe how to properly set up and maintain a dialysis machine and how to evaluate proper machine operation, including documenting compliance for maintenance records
To describe the components and design of typical water treatment systems and discuss the steps to maintain, monitor, and evaluate water treatment systems
To explain how to maintain a clean and safe patient environment, identify precautions used in dialysis, and how to implement isolation procedures
To identify professional development opportunities for continuing education and discuss quality-related issues, proper documentation, and communication skills needed in a dialysis setting

How you will benefit

Prepare for the Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) exam offered by the Board of Nephrology Examiners Nursing and Technology (BONENT)
Obtain soft skills such as communication, computer literacy, etc. are integrated in the course
Gain a new job, clinical experience, or achieve a promotion within 180 days of completing the program
Opportunity to share what you learn with others to improve the overall understanding of dialysis
Obtain your CPR certification from the Red Cross—included in your course

How the course is taught

Self-paced, online course
12 Months to complete
Open enrollment, begin anytime
205 course hours

Outline

Medical Terminology

Getting Started
How to Take This Course
Test-Out Exam 1: Lessons 1–Midterm Exam
Introduction to Medical Terminology and the Human Body in Health and Disease
The Musculoskeletal System
The Cardiovascular System
The Lymphatic and Immune Systems
The Respiratory System
The Digestive System
The Urinary System
Midterm
Test-Out Exam 2: Lessons 8–Final Exam
The Nervous System
Special Senses: The Eyes and Ears
The Integumentary System
The Endocrine System
Mental Health
Male and Female Reproductive Systems
Diagnostic Procedures, Nuclear Medicine, and Complementary Medicine
Final Exam

Hemodialysis Technician
1. Introduction to Hemodialysis
2. The Normal Kidney and Kidney Disease Changes
3. Manifestations of Chronic Kidney Disease and Acute Kidney Injury
4. Infection Control
5. Principles of Hemodialysis
6. Dialyzers, Dialysate, and Dialysis Delivery Machines
7. Water Treatment in Hemodialysis
8. Patient Care and Data Collection
9. Vascular Access Care
10. Pre-Treatment Care in Hemodialysis
11. Medications and Laboratory Testing in Hemodialysis
12. Patient Care and Machine Management During Hemodialysis Treatment
13. Post-Hemodialysis Treatment Care
14. Your Role in Patient Education
15. Clinical Quality in Dialysis
16. Professional Development

Instructors & Support

Dominic Japos

Dominic Japos holds a BS in Biology and a Bachelor's in Nursing. His professional journey commenced as an NCLEX instructor, subsequently leading him to the United Kingdom where he dedicated 8 years to serving as a dialysis nurse. His true passion lies in the realm of education. Upon relocating to the United States in 2016 to practice as a dialysis nurse at Davita, he also earned a Master's degree in Nursing with a specialization in education, successfully completing it in 2017.

Medical Terminology Instructors

Our medical terminology course section is taught by multiple experienced instructors. See here for a full list of these instructors.

Instructor Interaction: The instructor looks forward to interacting with learners in the online moderated discussion area to share their expertise and answer any questions you may have on the course content.

Requirements

Prerequisites:

To register for this course, you must be 18 years of age or older.

Certification Requirements:

Because of the prominent role Medicare and Medicaid play in funding the treatment of end stage renal disease, federal statutes should consider the minimum requirements in states without formal regulations on dialysis centers and personnel. BONENT certification standards, to which the ed2go program conforms, comply with these federal standards. The hemodialysis technician course does not meet requirements in KY, MD, NM, OH, OR, SD, and WV.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
To participate in the competency activities and receive feedback from your instructor, you will need to have access to a video camera (on the phone or other device of familiarity) and be able to upload the video as an .mp4 file to the assignment pages for review. These activities are required in order to pass the course successfully.

Software Requirements:

PC: Windows 10 or later.
Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
Microsoft Word Online
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment.

The following digital textbook for the Medical Terminology course is accessed via links in the course lessons:

Comprehensive Medical Terminology for Health Professions, 1st Edition (eBook)

The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment in the Hemodialysis Technician course:

Review of Hemodialysis for Nurses and Dialysis Personnel
Core Curriculum for the Dialysis Technician
Custom Hemodialysis Kit

Please note: You will receive a digital book if the physical book is on backorder.

More About

About Certification: BONENT

Our program has been reviewed and approved by the Board of Nephrology Examiners Nursing Technology (BONENT). BONET is an international organization of registered nurses and technicians dedicated to the promotion and advancement of excellence in the field of nephrology through highly specialized credentialing exams and continuing education programs.

FAQ

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average salary of a certified hemodialysis technician is $39,723. Salary will vary based on the location and experience of the technician.

The current job outlook is faster than average and an increase of 12% is expected through 2031.

Hemodialysis technicians are also often referred to as dialysis technicians. Hemodialysis technicians assist MDs and RNs, providing patient care to patients with permanent kidney failure (end-stage renal disease).

The Board of Nephrology Examiners Nursing Technology (BONENT) Certified Hemodialysis Technologist/Technician examination measures technical proficiency in certain skills and general areas of knowledge. The examination tests the following five major domains of practice and tasks performed in the scope of hemodialysis technology: Domain. Weight. Patient Care.

BONENT has approved specific nephrology educational programs. If you successfully complete the ed2go Hemodialysis Technician course, you may apply to take the CHT BONENT certification exam. ed2go is listed as an approved training program on BONET Approved Training Programs.

Within the course, you will have the opportunity to apply to attend a Red Cross workshop to obtain your CPR/BLS certification.

Yes. You will be prepared for the Certified Hemodialysis Technologist/Technician examination offered by Board of Nephrology Examiners Nursing Technology (BONENT). Exam not included.

Yes. This course includes two, optional, Test-Out Exam features that will allow you to test out of content and graded assessments if your score demonstrates the level of mastery required (80%). It does not count toward your overall score in this course if you do not achieve the minimum score required for mastery. Please note: Third party funded students may not be eligible.

This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course whenever you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

After you register, you will receive 12 months to complete the course. The time allotted for completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours.

The time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.

Our courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary support for success, whether it's through self-paced exploration, direct communication, or guidance from our advising team.

Upon successfully passing the final exam, you will be awarded a certificate of completion from the school or organization that you registered through.

ed2go courses will help you gain the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. However, you should always research the job market in your area before enrolling.

ed2go courses are non-credit, so they do not qualify for federal aid, FAFSA, and Pell Grant. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards may provide funding to take our courses. Additionally, you may qualify for financial assistance if you meet certain requirements. Learn more about financial assistance.

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Hemodialysis Technician

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