Dialysis Patient Care Technician & Vascular Access Support

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

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking a dialysis technician to join the compassionate health care team in Lafayette, LA. The role supports safe and effective dialysis therapy under supervision, handling machine setup, patient assessment, and documentation to ensure high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, assisting with vascular access, and contributing to continuous quality improvement efforts while adhering to policy, safety, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• CMS/state certification requirements must be met within required state or CMS timeline.
• All appropriate state licensure, education, and training required.
• CPR certification and ongoing training may be required.
• Previous patient care experience in a hospital or related facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setup and operation of dialysis machines.
• Monitor and document patient vital signs and treatment parameters.
• Evaluate vascular access patency and perform cannulation as delegated.
• Administer heparin and manage anticoagulation per orders.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant treatment area.
• Record and enter treatment data into the designated systems.
• Support infection control practices and CQI activities.

Skills

Patient care

Infection control

Documentation

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

CMS/state certification requirements

State licensure (as required)

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking a dialysis technician to join the compassionate health care team in Lafayette, LA. The role supports safe and effective dialysis therapy under supervision, handling machine setup, patient assessment, and documentation to ensure high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, assisting with vascular access, and contributing to continuous quality improvement efforts while adhering to policy, safety, and regulatory standards.