Dialysis Care Technician: Patient Therapy & Vascular Access

Fresenius Medical Care; Shelby Township (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care seeks a dialysis support professional to help provide safe, effective dialysis therapy under RN supervision. You will assist with machine setup, patient monitoring, vital signs collection, and documentation while maintaining a clean, compliant treatment area.

Responsibilities include educating patients on adequacy measures, assisting with vascular access evaluation, and supporting CQI activities to improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or related facility preferred.
• CPR certification is required or preferred as per state requirements.
• Follows infection control policies and procedures to ensure patient and staff safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing patient-specific education on dialysis adequacy measures and treatment parameters.
• Set up and operate dialysis machines and monitor patient response during treatment.
• Record vital signs, weights, and treatment parameters as prescribed, and report changes to the RN or supervisor.
• Ensure safety alarms are enabled and equipment is properly cleaned and maintained between treatments.

Skills

Patient care

CPR certified

Infection control

Education

High School diploma or G.E.D.

CMS licensure requirements

State licensure/training

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care seeks a dialysis support professional to help provide safe, effective dialysis therapy under RN supervision. You will assist with machine setup, patient monitoring, vital signs collection, and documentation while maintaining a clean, compliant treatment area.

Responsibilities include educating patients on adequacy measures, assisting with vascular access evaluation, and supporting CQI activities to improve patient outcomes.