Dialysis Care Technician — Hands-On Hemodialysis

Fresenius Medical Care; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support the hemodialysis team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy. You will assist in patient care under supervision, maintain a clean environment, and participate in quality improvement activities.

Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, operating dialysis equipment, and reporting any concerns to the supervising RN. The role requires attention to safety protocols and accurate documentation while travelling

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid PCT national certification or CMS state licensure.
• 1–2 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under the supervision of the FMCNA RN in the acute setting.
• Promote and assist in maintaining a safe, clean working environment and participate in quality improvement activities.
• Set up and prime dialysis equipment as directed by the Fresenius Nurse for renal replacement therapies.
• Welcomes patients and reports any complaints or observations to the FMCNA RN.
• Evaluate vascular access for patency and report unusual findings to FMCNA RN.
• Record vital signs, weight, and treatment parameters accurately.
• Perform cannulation and report difficulties to the FMCNA RN.
• Document and adjust treatment parameters as prescribed and monitor alarms.
• Discontinue dialysis and ensure proper documentation before discharge.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

PCT national certification or state licensure (CMS)

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support the hemodialysis team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy. You will assist in patient care under supervision, maintain a clean environment, and participate in quality improvement activities.

Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, operating dialysis equipment, and reporting any concerns to the supervising RN. The role requires attention to safety protocols and accurate documentation while travelling