Dialysis Care Technician - Compassionate Patient Support

Fresenius Medical Care; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking qualified staff to provide direct patient care in a dialysis facility. Responsibilities include preparing patients, maintaining machine readiness, and ensuring a clean, safe treatment environment.

The role emphasizes adherence to infection control practices, patient education, and coordination with the care team to support transitions in dialysis modality and home-use options.

Qualifications

• Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or related facility.
• CMS-approved state or national certification requirements.
• Basic knowledge of infection control and patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics; ensure areas are safe and clean.
• Clean and disinfect dialysis machines, chairs, equipment, and surrounding areas between treatments.
• Prepare for dialysis treatment and document, including pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing.
• Assist in coordinating transitions to home dialysis and patient education.
• Liaise with staff to schedule disciplines and ensure patient plans are followed.
• Assist with supply ordering and inventory for the unit.

Skills

Patient care

Safety & sanitation

Education

High school diploma or GED

CMS certification/licensure requirements

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking qualified staff to provide direct patient care in a dialysis facility. Responsibilities include preparing patients, maintaining machine readiness, and ensuring a clean, safe treatment environment.

The role emphasizes adherence to infection control practices, patient education, and coordination with the care team to support transitions in dialysis modality and home-use options.