Dialysis Patient Care Technician — Hands-On Impact

Fresenius Medical Care; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care seeks a patient care technician to support dialysis treatments under registered nurse supervision. You will set up and operate hemodialysis machines, monitor patients, and document vitals and treatment parameters.

Responsibilities include assessing vascular access, administering heparin as allowed, maintaining a clean and safe environment, and participating in quality improvement activities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• CMS-approved state and/or national certification within required state.
• All appropriate state licensure, education, and training required.
• Previous patient care experience in a hospital or related facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setup and operation of hemodialysis machines.
• Evaluate vascular access patency and perform cannulation; administer heparin as delegated or allowed by state law.
• Record vital signs, weight, and treatment parameters; monitor intradialytic changes.
• Initiate and monitor dialysis treatment per orders; manage alarms and safety procedures.
• Maintain clean and safe environment; follow infection control policies.
• Participate in CQI activities and staff training per policy.

Skills

Patient care

CPR certification

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care seeks a patient care technician to support dialysis treatments under registered nurse supervision. You will set up and operate hemodialysis machines, monitor patients, and document vitals and treatment parameters.

Responsibilities include assessing vascular access, administering heparin as allowed, maintaining a clean and safe environment, and participating in quality improvement activities.