Dialysis Patient Care Technician: Hands-on Clinical Support

CH01 CHE Fresenius Medical Care (Schweiz) AG; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

CH01 CHE Fresenius Medical Care (Schweiz) AG, Paducah facility, seeks a Patient Care Technician to join the dialysis team. You will operate dialysis machines under RN supervision, monitor patient status, record treatments, and maintain safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities include vascular access evaluation, pre/post treatment vitals, and participation in CQI activities; you will educate patients on adequacy measures and contribute to quality care delivery in a busy clinical setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid PCT national or state certification is required.
• Experience in dialysis or hospital patient care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setup and operation of hemodialysis machines during treatment.
• Monitor patient condition, obtain vitals, and document treatment data.
• Maintain safety, cleanliness, and infection control throughout the unit.
• Evaluate vascular access and support CQI activities and education.

Skills

Patient care

Dialysis machine operation

Vital signs monitoring

Documentation

Infection control

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

PCT national/state certification

Job description

CH01 CHE Fresenius Medical Care (Schweiz) AG, Paducah facility, seeks a Patient Care Technician to join the dialysis team. You will operate dialysis machines under RN supervision, monitor patient status, record treatments, and maintain safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities include vascular access evaluation, pre/post treatment vitals, and participation in CQI activities; you will educate patients on adequacy measures and contribute to quality care delivery in a busy clinical setting.