Dialysis Patient Care Tech — Hands-on Treatment & Safety

Fresenius Medical Care; Lithonia (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking a dialysis patient care technician to join the team in Lithonia, GA. The role involves assisting in setup and operation of hemodialysis equipment, monitoring patient status, and maintaining a safe treatment environment under RN supervision.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, vascular access evaluation, vital signs collection, and accurate documentation. The position emphasizes adherence to CQI activities and infection control standards within a

Qualifications

• CPR certification required.
• Experience in patient care preferred.
• Ability to follow dialysis protocols and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and assess wellbeing at each treatment.
• Cannulate vascular access and manage heparin administration as allowed.
• Record vital signs, weight, and treatment parameters accurately.
• Initiate, monitor, and terminate dialysis per prescribed orders.
• Respond to intradialytic issues with appropriate interventions.
• Ensure cleanliness and disinfection of dialysis area and equipment.
• Enter treatment data into medical records and CQI documentation.
• Coordinate with RN or supervisor on patient status and needs.

Skills

CPR certification

Education

High School diploma or G.E.D.

CMS-approved state certification requirements

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking a dialysis patient care technician to join the team in Lithonia, GA. The role involves assisting in setup and operation of hemodialysis equipment, monitoring patient status, and maintaining a safe treatment environment under RN supervision.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, vascular access evaluation, vital signs collection, and accurate documentation. The position emphasizes adherence to CQI activities and infection control standards within a