Dialysis Patient Care Technician – Frontline Patient Therapy

Fresenius Medical Care; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care Nashville is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join the dialysis health care team under RN supervision. This role focuses on safe setup and operation of hemodialysis machines, patient monitoring, and documentation of treatment parameters.

Responsibilities include patient education on procedure adequacy measures, vascular access assessment, vital signs collection, and assisting with infection control and CQI activities to improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must meet CMS/state certification requirements.
• All applicable state licensure, education, and training required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate hemodialysis machines as directed.
• Monitor patients, record vital signs and treatment parameters.
• Provide patient education on adequacy measures and home dialysis options where appropriate.
• Maintain safe, clean environment and assist with infection control.

Skills

Patient care

CPR certification

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

CMS/state certification requirements

State licensure/training as applicable

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care Nashville is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join the dialysis health care team under RN supervision. This role focuses on safe setup and operation of hemodialysis machines, patient monitoring, and documentation of treatment parameters.

Responsibilities include patient education on procedure adequacy measures, vascular access assessment, vital signs collection, and assisting with infection control and CQI activities to improve patient outcomes.