Dialysis Care Technician - Patient-Centered Therapy

Freseniusmedicalcare; Independence (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking a patient care technician to join our dialysis team in the Tennessee area. You will support licensed nurses, assist with machine setup, and monitor patients during dialysis treatments.

This role emphasizes safety, accurate documentation, and infection control. Responsibilities include initiating and terminating dialysis sessions, evaluating patient responses, and performing post-treatment assessments.

Qualifications

• Provide patient-specific education on adequacy measures and dialysis processes.
• Assist in evaluating patient status and responding to intradialytic issues.
• Document treatment data accurately and communicate changes to RN.
• Ensure safety, infection control, and proper machine operation during treatments.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and assess wellbeing after each treatment.
• Monitor vitals, manage anticoagulation as ordered, and document parameters.
• Set up dialysis machines, initiate and terminate treatments per orders.
• Perform safety checks, alarms, and machine maintenance as required.
• Document pre/post dialysis data and potential complications.
• Support CQI activities and participate in quality improvement projects.

Skills

Patient care

Vascular access

Dialysis treatment

Documentation

Education

High School diploma or GED

CMS certification

State licensure

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking a patient care technician to join our dialysis team in the Tennessee area. You will support licensed nurses, assist with machine setup, and monitor patients during dialysis treatments.

This role emphasizes safety, accurate documentation, and infection control. Responsibilities include initiating and terminating dialysis sessions, evaluating patient responses, and performing post-treatment assessments.