Dialysis Technician
Operates dialysis machines and supports care for patients with end-stage kidney disease.
Overview
Hemodialysis technicians, also known as dialysis technicians, aid doctors or nurses to provide patient care to people with permanent kidney failure (end-stage renal disease). They are trained in the operation of a dialysis machine.
Where they work
- Hospitals
- Nursing Homes
- Super Speciality Hospitals
Work environment
Contractual and part-time work is available. Local travel may be a part of the job profile. Healthcare facilities usually work for 6 days a week and 8 to 10 hours every day. This may vary from clinic to clinic. Shift system is available.
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field.
Skills and interests
This career might suit you if…
- You are interested in healing people
- You pay attention to details
- You have good communication skills
Eligibility and education roadmap
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment.
Route 1
- 1Complete 10+2 in the Science stream (Physics, Chemistry and Biology)
- 2Enrol for National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF) level 4 Certificate course – (Dialysis Technician)
Alternative route 2
- 1Complete a Bachelor's degree (B.Sc) in Dialysis Technology
Alternative route 3
- 1Complete a Diploma in Dialysis Technician
Forms, exams and applications
Exam names above are as printed in the source card. Application windows, eligibility and syllabi change — always check the official notification for current dates.
Where to apply
The following institutes offer courses in Dialysis Technology. This list of institutes is indicative only.
Private institutes
Please check if the institute is affiliated and accredited before applying.
- Manipal University, Manipal, Karnataka
- Sharda University, Noida, Uttar Pradesh
- JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, Mysuru, Karnataka
- Mahatma Gandhi Mission Institute of Health Sciences, Mumbai, Maharashtra
- M.M.M College of Health Science, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Adesh University, Bathinda, Punjab
- Assam Down Town University, Guwahati, Assam
- Bir Tikendrajit University, Imphal, Manipur
Distance learning
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
These institute lists are indicative examples from the source card, not a ranked or complete directory. Always verify accreditation on the institute's official website.
Career outcomes
Growth path
- 1Dialysis Technician/Incharge
- 2Dialysis Supervisor
Expected income
₹16,667 – ₹33,333 per month
These figures are taken from NCS and are indicative and subject to change.
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Student action plan
What you can do this month
- Read this whole roadmap and note any subjects, exams or institutes you don't recognise yet.
- Talk to a teacher or school counsellor about how your current subjects connect to Science.
- Look for a school club, competition or online course related to helping people.
- Shortlist 2–3 institutes from the list above and check their official website for current admission details.
- Save this career and compare it with 1–2 others you're considering.
Example from the field
Rishiraj Singh — Did his graduation in 2004 and started his career as a dialysis technician in Navneet Hospital, Dahisar (Mumbai). He had a five-year informal training in a hospital. He then took the Dialysis Technician vocational training course. He is now the in-charge of four kidney care centres.
SourceThis profile is shared for training/educational purposes only, as printed in the source card.
Sources and update notice
- Career card source: Exploring Career Paths with Career Cards, Volume 1, printed page 335 (NCERT / UNICEF India / PSSCIVE Bhopal, First Edition, April 2025).
- Income source: https://in.talent.com/salary?job=dialysis+technician
- Last reviewed on this site: 2026-08-21
Eligibility, fees, exam patterns and admissions change often. Always verify current details on official institute, exam-body or government websites before making decisions.