Dialysis Patient Care Technician

Fresenius Medical Care AG; Gardendale (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care AG is seeking personnel to support dialysis therapy under RN supervision. You will help set up dialysis machines, monitor patient vital signs, and ensure a clean, safe environment in compliance with policy.

The role involves patient education on adequacy measures, assisting with treatment initiation and documentation, and supporting infection control and CQI activities as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required and CMS/state requirements met.
• Prior patient care experience in hospital or related facility preferred.
• Successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setup and operation of hemodialysis machines.
• Educate patients on adequacy measures and monitor during treatment.
• Record vital signs, weight, and treatment parameters accurately.
• Monitor intradialytic problems and intervene per physician orders.
• Maintain clean, safe dialysis environment and follow infection control practices.
• Assist with transition to home dialysis options as directed.

Skills

CPR certification

Patient care experience

Vascular access monitoring

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care AG is seeking personnel to support dialysis therapy under RN supervision. You will help set up dialysis machines, monitor patient vital signs, and ensure a clean, safe environment in compliance with policy.

The role involves patient education on adequacy measures, assisting with treatment initiation and documentation, and supporting infection control and CQI activities as needed.