Dialysis Patient Care Tech – Training & Benefits

Fresenius Medical Care; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid dialysis training

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Healthcare benefits after probation

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care in Joliet, IL is seeking a dedicated dialysis technician to join our team. Under the supervision of a licensed nurse, you will support safe, effective dialysis therapy, operate machines, monitor patients, and help maintain a clean, safe treatment environment.

The role includes educating patients on procedures and contributing to CQI activities, with on-the-job training provided. Benefits include paid dialysis training, tuition reimbursement, a 401(k) plan, and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• CMS-approved state and/or national certification/licensure required.
• CPR certification required.
• Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or related facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and monitor wellbeing since last treatment.
• Evaluate vascular access patency and perform cannulation.
• Obtain pre/post treatment vital signs and weight.
• Initiate dialysis per orders including QB/QD.
• Monitor patient response to dialysis and document treatment data.
• Discontinue treatment and assess patient condition after treatment.
• Record vital signs and UF goals on treatment sheet.
• Follow infection control practices and maintain a clean environment.
• Assist in training direct patient care staff under RN supervision.

Skills

Patient care

Infection control

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

CMS/state certification/licensure

CPR certification

Tools

Dialysis equipment operation

Vital signs monitoring devices

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care in Joliet, IL is seeking a dedicated dialysis technician to join our team. Under the supervision of a licensed nurse, you will support safe, effective dialysis therapy, operate machines, monitor patients, and help maintain a clean, safe treatment environment.

The role includes educating patients on procedures and contributing to CQI activities, with on-the-job training provided. Benefits include paid dialysis training, tuition reimbursement, a 401(k) plan, and