Dialysis Patient Care Tech: Hands-On, Impactful Role

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

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care in Smyrna, TN, is seeking a dialysis patient care technician to support safe and effective dialysis therapy under the supervision of a licensed nurse. You will assist in setting up and operating dialysis machines, monitor patient status, and document treatments.

The role emphasizes infection control, CQI participation, and patient education on adequacy measures and disease process. This position requires teamwork, reliability, and CMS/state regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; CPR certification preferred.
• Previous patient care experience in hospital or related facility preferred.
• Must meet CMS/state licensing requirements and maintain certifications as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setting up and operating hemodialysis machines.
• Monitor patient status during treatment and respond to adverse events.
• Record vital signs, treatments, and compliance data; document accurately.
• Maintain a clean and safe treatment environment and proper infection control practices.
• Provide patient education on adequacy measures and treatment processes.
• Collaborate with RN and other staff to ensure quality patient care and CQI goals.

Skills

Patient care

CPR certification

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care in Smyrna, TN, is seeking a dialysis patient care technician to support safe and effective dialysis therapy under the supervision of a licensed nurse. You will assist in setting up and operating dialysis machines, monitor patient status, and document treatments.

The role emphasizes infection control, CQI participation, and patient education on adequacy measures and disease process. This position requires teamwork, reliability, and CMS/state regulatory compliance.