Dialysis Care Specialist: Safe Treatments & Patient Support

Fresenius Medical Care; Talladega (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care in Talladega, AL is seeking a dialysis patient care technician to support the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines under RN supervision.

You will educate patients on adequacy measures, monitor vascular access, and perform essential treatments and documentation to ensure safe, effective care. Commitment to cleanliness, infection control, and CQI activities is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or G.E.D. required.
• Must meet CMS-approved state/national certification requirements.
• Appropriate state licensure, education, and training required.
• Commitment to organization quality and patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient education on adequacy measures (OLC, AMP, UKM).
• Welcome patients and monitor wellbeing; evaluate vascular access patency and cannulation.
• Administer heparin as delegated or per state law; obtain pre/post-treatment vitals and weight.
• Initiate dialysis per orders including QB and QD; monitor and intervene for intradialytic issues.
• Record vital signs and dialysis parameters; document treatment and outcomes.
• Notify RN or supervisor of changes in patient condition; maintain safety and cleanliness.
• Perform infection control duties and assist in CQI/quality initiatives.
• Prepare labs, manage supplies, and assist in transition care when needed.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Dialysis procedure knowledge

Documentation

Education

High School diploma or G.E.D.

CMS state/national certification requirements

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care in Talladega, AL is seeking a dialysis patient care technician to support the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines under RN supervision.

You will educate patients on adequacy measures, monitor vascular access, and perform essential treatments and documentation to ensure safe, effective care. Commitment to cleanliness, infection control, and CQI activities is required.