POSTING DATE

08/27/2025
6120 W By Northwest BlvdSte 120, Houston, Texas, 77040-4906, United States of America
The Technician I, Water position performs established routine and/or special technical procedures in one or more of the areas of Environmental Waters. This position also adheres to corporate standard policies and procedures related to job performance, customer interactions, teammate relations, and information confidentiality.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• 1 year of related experience
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Intermediate computer skills and proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Outlook preferred
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• A “community first, company second” culture based on Core Values that really matter.
• Clinical outcomes consistently ranked above the national average.
• Award-winning education and training across multiple career paths to help you reach your potential.
• Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions.
• A comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your health, your financial well-being and your future.
• Dedication, above all, to caring for patients suffering from chronic kidney failure across the nation.

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Join us as we pursue our vision “To Build the Greatest Healthcare Community the World has Ever Seen.”
Why wait? Explore a career with DaVita today.
Go to http://careers.davita.com to learn more or apply.

1. Processes water and dialysate tests from receipt in the laboratory to final result

• Performs specimen receiving and processing
• Sets up cultures and interprets water and dialysate cultures
• Processes endotoxin specimens
• Makes smears for gram stains for environmental waters
• Processes and analyzes water samples for trace metals
• Reviews and releases results into the Laboratory Information System (LIS) •
• Participates in required Proficiency testing

1. Operates instruments:

• Performs and documents all calibration, quality control, maintenance, and troubleshooting according to established procedures
• Ensures proper preparation, handling, storage, and inventory of reagents
• Reviews workflow reports and reports work activities and pending work to the oncoming technician
• Ensures accurate and prompt test results are reported to the appropriate care giver, especially in critical or life threatening situations

1. Participates in Laboratory quality improvement program and safety:

• Follows established policies and procedures to meet and exceed regulatory and accrediting agencies requirements
• Practices infection control and safety precautions and keep a clean and organized work area
• Maintains confidentiality of company’s records, clients

1. Other duties as assigned