Dialysis Patient Care Technician (PCT)

Fresenius Medical Care; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care in Florida is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support the dialysis team under RN supervision. The role focuses on safely operating hemodialysis machines and ensuring a clean, safe treatment environment.

You will educate patients on adequacy measures, monitor vascular access, record vitals, and participate in CQI activities with emphasis on patient safety and quality improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; CMS licensure requirements as applicable.
• Previous patient care experience preferred.
• CPR certification required; dialysis training may be provided.

Responsibilities

• Educate patients on adequacy measures and disease process.
• Evaluate vascular access patency and perform cannulation; administer heparin as delegated.
• Monitor vital signs and weight; document data and assess pre/post-treatment status.
• Initiate and monitor dialysis treatment per prescribed orders and QB/QD.
• Record treatment data accurately and maintain Hemodialysis Treatment Sheets.
• Maintain infection control; clean and disinfect equipment and area between treatments.
• Assist in education and transitional care for patients.

Skills

Patient care

Vascular access

Vital signs

Infection control

Team education

Education

High School diploma or GED

CPR certification

Tools

Dialysis machines

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care in Florida is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support the dialysis team under RN supervision. The role focuses on safely operating hemodialysis machines and ensuring a clean, safe treatment environment.

You will educate patients on adequacy measures, monitor vascular access, record vitals, and participate in CQI activities with emphasis on patient safety and quality improvement.