Dialysis Care Technician: Patient-Focused Support

Freseniusmedicalcare; Taylorsville (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care seeks a dedicated dialysis professional to join the patient care team. The role involves setting up and operating hemodialysis machines, evaluating vascular access, recording vital signs and treatment parameters, and ensuring a safe, clean environment.

The incumbent will participate in education on adequacy measures and dialysis processes and report changes to the supervising RN. The position requires High School diploma or GED, CMS/state certifications, and CPR/Dialysis

Qualifications

• Experience in patient care in hospital or related facility preferred.
• CPR certification and dialysis training completion required for continued employment.
• Must meet CMS/state certification requirements within the required state timelines.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate hemodialysis machines.
• Evaluate vascular access for patency and cannulation; administer heparin as allowed.
• Record vital signs, weight, and treatment parameters accurately.
• Initiate dialysis per orders, monitor response, and intervene as prescribed.
• Maintain infection control; clean surfaces and equipment between treatments.
• Educate patients on adequacy measures and disease process when appropriate.

Skills

Patient care

CPR certification

Dialysis training

Education

High School diploma or GED

CMS/state certification requirements

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care seeks a dedicated dialysis professional to join the patient care team. The role involves setting up and operating hemodialysis machines, evaluating vascular access, recording vital signs and treatment parameters, and ensuring a safe, clean environment.

The incumbent will participate in education on adequacy measures and dialysis processes and report changes to the supervising RN. The position requires High School diploma or GED, CMS/state certifications, and CPR/Dialysis