Dialysis Care Technician: Patient-Focused Treatment

Fresenius Medical Care; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Healthcare benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care in Hickory, NC seeks a patient care technician to support dialysis therapy under RN supervision. You will assist in setup and operation of dialysis machines, monitor patients, record vital signs, and help maintain a safe, clean treatment area.

The role includes participating in CQI activities, adhering to infection control policies, and contributing to education for patients and staff. A high school diploma and state certification, CPR, and dialysis training are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CMS-approved state or national certification within required timeline.
• All appropriate state licensure, education, and training required.
• Previous patient care experience preferred.
• Successful completion of dialysis training program and CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate hemodialysis machines.
• Monitor vital signs and weight; document treatment parameters.
• Evaluate vascular access and cannulate as delegated.
• Initiate dialysis per orders and evaluate intradialytic issues.
• Maintain infection control and a clean treatment area.
• Assist in training direct patient care staff.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Infection control

Teamwork

Medical terminology

Education

High School diploma or GED

CMS/state certification within required timeline

State licensure and training

Tools

Dialysis machines

Hemodialysis equipment

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care in Hickory, NC seeks a patient care technician to support dialysis therapy under RN supervision. You will assist in setup and operation of dialysis machines, monitor patients, record vital signs, and help maintain a safe, clean treatment area.

The role includes participating in CQI activities, adhering to infection control policies, and contributing to education for patients and staff. A high school diploma and state certification, CPR, and dialysis training are required.