Dialysis Care Technician: Safe Hemodialysis and Education

Fresenius Medical Care; Concord (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care in St. Louis, MO, is seeking a dialysis care team member to operate dialysis machines and monitor patients during treatments. You will assist with setup, safety checks, and documentation, ensuring a clean, safe environment.

This role reports to the nurse supervisor and participates in CQI initiatives. The position requires high school education, CPR certification, and state or national certification as applicable; prior patient care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• CMS-approved state or national certification within CMS timeline.
• State licensure and training as applicable.
• CPR certification required.
• Previous patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setup and operation of dialysis machines.
• Monitor patient vital signs and weight; document accordingly.
• Evaluate vascular access and perform cannulation and heparin administration as delegated.
• Initiate dialysis per orders including QB and QD; monitor response.
• Document treatment data; participate in CQI activities and infection control.

Skills

Dialysis machine operation

Patient education

Vital signs monitoring

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

CMS-certified state or national certification

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care in St. Louis, MO, is seeking a dialysis care team member to operate dialysis machines and monitor patients during treatments. You will assist with setup, safety checks, and documentation, ensuring a clean, safe environment.

This role reports to the nurse supervisor and participates in CQI initiatives. The position requires high school education, CPR certification, and state or national certification as applicable; prior patient care experience is preferred.