Dialysis Care Technician: 11-Week Training to Certification

Fresenius Medical Care; Clairton (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major holidays off

Paid 11 weeks training

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care in Clairton, PA is seeking a Dialysis Technician to join the health care team. No prior dialysis experience required; on-the-job training lasts 11 weeks and includes national certification, with pay increase upon certification.

Under supervision of a licensed nurse, you will set up and operate hemodialysis machines, monitor patients, record vital signs, and participate in infection control and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent
• CPR certification preferred or required upon training

Responsibilities

• Operate dialysis machines and set up equipment per orders
• Monitor vital signs and weight before, during, and after treatment
• Document treatment parameters and chart patient responses
• Maintain infection control standards and safe, clean environment
• Assist in patient education and transition to home dialysis options

Skills

CPR certification

Patient care

Education

High School diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care in Clairton, PA is seeking a Dialysis Technician to join the health care team. No prior dialysis experience required; on-the-job training lasts 11 weeks and includes national certification, with pay increase upon certification.

Under supervision of a licensed nurse, you will set up and operate hemodialysis machines, monitor patients, record vital signs, and participate in infection control and safety.