Hemodialysis Medical Instrument Technician

Quick Facts

• Role: Hemodialysis Medical Instrument Technician (MIT), GS-08

• Work schedule: 7:00 AM–5:30 PM with rotating weekends/holidays; may rotate to 6:00 AM–4:30 PM

Description

The Hemodialysis Medical Instrument Technician (MIT) is an integral member of the renal/dialysis multidisciplinary team, supporting hemodialysis treatment delivery for stable, acutely ill, and chronic patients. The role includes operating and maintaining hemodialysis instruments, independently initiating/monitoring/terminating treatments under RN/Charge Nurse supervision, and ensuring accurate treatment documentation. The MIT also educates patients and trains physicians, nurses, and technicians on dialysis equipment and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain diagnostic/therapeutic instruments used in hemodialysis

• Independently initiate, monitor, and terminate dialysis treatments; prepare and administer prescribed solutions (e.g., lidocaine, heparin, normal saline)

• Lead technical operations: equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, disinfection, water quality monitoring, and dialysate concentrate preparation

• Ensure compliance with disinfection protocols, RO/monthly colony counts, dialysate checks, and safety checks for eye wash stations

• Serve as preceptor for onboarding new technical and nursing staff; provide instruction, feedback, and orientation documentation

• Calibrate, operate, and troubleshoot specialized medical equipment in line with manufacturer guidelines and regulatory standards

• Educate physicians, nurses, and other personnel on dialysis techniques, equipment operation, and troubleshooting

• Manage inventory of dialysis supplies (stock levels, rotation, and shortage communication)

• Oversee technical operations in machine rooms, RO rooms, and supply areas; confirm tasks are completed on schedule and documented

• Maintain accountability for assigned patient care and technical duties; support safe and high-quality care

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship

• Written and spoken English proficiency

• Subject to background/security investigation

• Complete VA online onboarding and pre-employment requirements; pass pre-employment physical exam

• Seasonal influenza vaccination program participation required

• BLS certification required

• Selective Service registration required for males born after 12/31/1959

• Physical ability to perform frequent walking/standing and other duties, including lifting/pushing/pulling up to 35 pounds

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government includes a comprehensive benefits package. Eligibility depends on the type of position held (full-time/part-time/intermittent).