Dialysis Care Technician: Compassionate, Hands-On

Freseniusmedicalcare; Port Allen (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking a Dialysis Patient Care Technician to join the dialysis health care team under the supervision of a licensed nurse. You will assist in setup and operation of hemodialysis machines, monitor patient status, and help maintain a safe and clean treatment environment.

Responsibilities include patient education, documentation of vital signs and treatment parameters, and adherence to infection control practices.

Qualifications

• Assists in setup and operation of dialysis machines.
• Maintains safety and cleanliness of the treatment area.
• Monitors patient status during dialysis and reports changes.

Responsibilities

• Welcome assigned patients and check wellbeing.
• Evaluate and cannulate vascular access as directed.
• Record vitals, weights, and treatment parameters.
• Initiate and manage dialysis treatment per orders.
• Ensure safety alarms and machine parameters are correct.
• Document treatment data accurately in sheets and systems.
• Assist in infection control and equipment cleaning.
• Support transitional care and patient education.

Skills

Dialysis care

Patient monitoring

Vital signs

CPR certification

Infection control

Education

High School diploma or GED

Dialysis training program

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking a Dialysis Patient Care Technician to join the dialysis health care team under the supervision of a licensed nurse. You will assist in setup and operation of hemodialysis machines, monitor patient status, and help maintain a safe and clean treatment environment.

Responsibilities include patient education, documentation of vital signs and treatment parameters, and adherence to infection control practices.