Dialysis Care Technician - Patient-Centric Support

Fresenius Medical Care; Galesburg (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking a dedicated dialysis team member to assist in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy under nurse supervision. Role includes setup and operation of hemodialysis machines, safety checks, and patient education during treatment.

The candidate will monitor patient responses, record vital signs, and ensure quality standards while supporting CQI activities and patient satisfaction initiatives within the unit.

Responsibilities

• Welcome assigned patients and inquire about wellbeing since their last treatment.
• Evaluate vascular access for patency and cannulation.
• Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight; perform vascular access evaluation pre-treatment.
• Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including QB and QD.
• Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
• Monitor patients’ response to dialysis therapy.
• Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; document discontinuation of treatment and venous access status.
• Discontinue dialysis treatment according to procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access.
• Record Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification and ensure accurate documentation.
• Report significant information or change in patient condition to the registered nurse or supervisor.
• Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks; report changes or unusual findings.
• Document interventions and patient response to intervention.
• Evaluate patients’ vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Dialysis machine setup

Cannulation

Documentation

Quality improvement

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking a dedicated dialysis team member to assist in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy under nurse supervision. Role includes setup and operation of hemodialysis machines, safety checks, and patient education during treatment.

The candidate will monitor patient responses, record vital signs, and ensure quality standards while supporting CQI activities and patient satisfaction initiatives within the unit.