Dialysis Patient Care Technician: Hands-on Impact

Freseniusmedicalcare; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking a dedicated dialysis technician to join our Utah-based team in Riverton. You will assist in setup and operation of hemodialysis machines, monitor patients, and support safe environment practices under nurse supervision.

The role emphasizes patient education, vascular access evaluation, and adherence to CQI activities to improve patient outcomes. Day-to-day duties include vital signs, documentation, and collaboration with healthcare staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required and CMS certification within state or CMS timeline.
• Must meet CMS/state licensure requirements and CPR certification when applicable.
• Demonstrated commitment to organization policies and patient care standards.

Responsibilities

• Monitor vital signs and weight before and after dialysis treatments.
• Evaluate and manage vascular access patency and cannulation per protocol.
• Initiate dialysis per orders including QB/QD and UF goals.
• Document treatments, labs, and nursing notes accurately and timely.
• Maintain infection control and sanitize equipment and work areas.
• Educate patients on adequacy measures and care plans.
• Report changes in patient condition to RN or supervisor.

Skills

Dialysis patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Vascular access assessment

Hemodialysis machine operation

Patient education

Infection control

Safety/compliance

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or G.E.D.

CMS-certified state/national certification

Tools

Hemodialysis machines

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking a dedicated dialysis technician to join our Utah-based team in Riverton. You will assist in setup and operation of hemodialysis machines, monitor patients, and support safe environment practices under nurse supervision.

The role emphasizes patient education, vascular access evaluation, and adherence to CQI activities to improve patient outcomes. Day-to-day duties include vital signs, documentation, and collaboration with healthcare staff.