A high school graduation is one of the basic prerequisites for this line of work. A few dialysis centres offer on-the-job training. Although there are other ways to enter this line of employment, it is preferable to complete some sort of training before applying for a technician position. A dialysis technician must possess the physical and mental skills necessary to perform their duties successfully. In order to complete the educational component, you must be able to follow medical instructions and calculate the formulas needed to mix the chemicals used in hemodialysis. If you work in a hospital environment, you will need to be able to physically move patients about on gurneys.