Dialysis Care Technician: Patient Therapy & Impact

Fresenius Medical Care; Glasgow (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking a dedicated dialysis technician to join our health care team, performing setup and operation of hemodialysis machines and ensuring patient safety under RN supervision. You will monitor vital signs, manage vascular access assessment, and support infection control while documenting all treatment data accurately.

Responsibilities include patient education, treatment initiation, and reporting any changes to supervising staff.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must meet CMS-approved state and/or national certification requirements.
• Continued employment dependent on successful completion of dialysis training program and CPR certification.
• All appropriate state licensure, education, and training (if any) required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setup and operation of hemodialysis machines.
• Evaluate vascular access and monitor patient condition.
• Perform pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight measurements.
• Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders and monitor patient response.
• Maintain infection control and environmental hygiene per policy.
• Document treatment data accurately and report significant changes to RN or supervisor.

Skills

Patient care

CPR

Education

High School diploma or GED

CMS/state certification requirements

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking a dedicated dialysis technician to join our health care team, performing setup and operation of hemodialysis machines and ensuring patient safety under RN supervision. You will monitor vital signs, manage vascular access assessment, and support infection control while documenting all treatment data accurately.

Responsibilities include patient education, treatment initiation, and reporting any changes to supervising staff.