Dialysis Care Technician: Patient-Centered Dialysis Support

Fresenius Medical Care; Fairmont (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care in Fairmont, MN is seeking a dedicated dialysis technician to join the care team. You will assist with setup and operation of hemodialysis machines, monitor patient status, and provide education on treatment goals.

The role emphasizes safety, record keeping, and teamwork under RN supervision. Responsibilities include evaluating vascular access, recording vital signs, and ensuring adherence to infection control and CQI activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of dialysis training program.
• Must meet CMS/state certification requirements and hold active licensure where applicable.
• CPR certification and ongoing training are required.
• Experience operating dialysis equipment and handling patient care tasks is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in educating patients on adequacy measures and disease process related to dialysis.
• Evaluate vascular access patency and assist cannulation under supervision.
• Record vital signs, weights, and dialysis parameters; document accurately.
• Initiate and monitor dialysis treatment; adjust based on physician orders.
• Ensure safety alarms are enabled and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Assist in CQI activities and infection control compliance.

Skills

Dialysis machine operation

Patient education

Vital signs assessment

Safety protocols

Education

High School diploma or G.E.D.

CMS-approved state/certification requirements

State licensure

CPR certification

Tools

Hemodialysis machines

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care in Fairmont, MN is seeking a dedicated dialysis technician to join the care team. You will assist with setup and operation of hemodialysis machines, monitor patient status, and provide education on treatment goals.

The role emphasizes safety, record keeping, and teamwork under RN supervision. Responsibilities include evaluating vascular access, recording vital signs, and ensuring adherence to infection control and CQI activities.