Dialysis Patient Care Tech — Hands-on Clinical Impact

Fresenius Medical Care; Texas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care in Texas seeks a Dialysis Technician to support safe dialysis therapy under RN supervision. You will set up and operate hemodialysis machines, monitor patients, manage vital signs, and ensure strict infection control.

Responsibilities include recording data, assisting in education of patients, and collaborating with the care team to optimize treatment outcomes and patient safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• CMS-approved state and/or national certification within required timelines.
• State licensure as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in educating patients on adequacy measures.
• Set up and operate dialysis machines per orders.
• Monitor vitals, weight, and UF goals; document.
• Cannulate vascular access and administer heparin as allowed.
• Ensure infection control and clean environment between treatments.
• Record treatment data and participate in CQI activities.
• Communicate patient status to the RN or supervisor.
• Perform pretreatment machine alarm testing and safety checks.

Skills

CPR certification

Patient care

Lifting up to 40 lbs

Education

High School diploma or GED

CMS-approved certification

State licensure (as required)

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care in Texas seeks a Dialysis Technician to support safe dialysis therapy under RN supervision. You will set up and operate hemodialysis machines, monitor patients, manage vital signs, and ensure strict infection control.

Responsibilities include recording data, assisting in education of patients, and collaborating with the care team to optimize treatment outcomes and patient safety.