Dialysis Patient Care Technician - Hands-on Treatment

Fresenius Medical Care; Jacksonville (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care in Jacksonville, AL, is seeking a patient care technician to join the dialysis health care team under RN supervision. You will help set up and operate dialysis machines and monitor patients during treatment.

The role emphasizes education for patients, accurate record keeping, infection control, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives. A high school diploma and CPR certification are required, with state licensure where applicable.

Qualifications

• Experience in patient care within a hospital or clinical setting.
• Ability to monitor vital signs and respond to changes during dialysis.
• Knowledge of infection control practices and PPE procedures.
• Accurate documentation of treatments and observations.

Responsibilities

• Support safe dialysis under supervision, set up and operate dialysis machines.
• Record vital signs, weight, and treatment parameters.
• Monitor patient condition and intervene per physician orders.
• Maintain clean, safe treatment areas and equipment.
• Assist with CQI activities and infection control education.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Infection control

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR certification

CMS/state certification requirements

Tools

Dialysis machines

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care in Jacksonville, AL, is seeking a patient care technician to join the dialysis health care team under RN supervision. You will help set up and operate dialysis machines and monitor patients during treatment.

The role emphasizes education for patients, accurate record keeping, infection control, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives. A high school diploma and CPR certification are required, with state licensure where applicable.