Dialysis Patient Care Technician - Hands-on Treatment

Fresenius Medical Care; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training program provided

Work in a healthcare facility

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care in Gresham, Oregon is hiring for a role focused on providing safe and effective dialysis therapy under a licensed nurse's supervision. Candidates should have a high school diploma and prior patient care experience.

Responsibilities include initiating and discontinuing dialysis treatments, monitoring patient response, and maintaining cleanliness of equipment. The role is essential in ensuring patient comfort and treatment quality.

Qualifications

• Must meet CMS-approved state and national certification requirements.
• Full understanding of dialysis procedures and patient care management.
• Ability to document clinical data accurately.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing patient education related to dialysis.
• Initiate and discontinue dialysis treatment according to orders.
• Monitor patient's response to dialysis therapy and document vital signs.
• Ensure cleanliness and safety of dialysis machines and work area.

Skills

Patient care experience

Ability to perform vascular access cannulation

Knowledge of dialysis equipment and procedures

Effective communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

CMS-certified state or national certification

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care in Gresham, Oregon is hiring for a role focused on providing safe and effective dialysis therapy under a licensed nurse's supervision. Candidates should have a high school diploma and prior patient care experience.

Responsibilities include initiating and discontinuing dialysis treatments, monitoring patient response, and maintaining cleanliness of equipment. The role is essential in ensuring patient comfort and treatment quality.