Dialysis PCT Preceptor — Patient Care Trainer

freseniusmedicalcare; Creve Coeur (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care in Creve Coeur, MO is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support dialysis treatments under RN supervision. Responsibilities include setup and operation of hemodialysis machines, monitoring patient status, recording vitals, and ensuring a clean, safe treatment environment.

The role emphasizes education on adequacy measures, vascular access assessment, and documentation of treatment data.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing patient-specific education on dialysis processes.
• Ability to monitor and record vital signs and treatment parameters.
• Competence in documenting patient data accurately.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and check wellbeing since last treatment.
• Evaluate vascular access for patency and assist cannulation.
• Initiate dialysis and adjust QB/QD as prescribed.
• Record pre/post treatment vital signs, weight, and treatment data.
• Ensure safety alarms are enabled and operate correctly.
• Prepare specimens and blood samples as required.
• Supervise patient self-care under RN guidance.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs

Documentation

Education

Vascular Access

Tools

Hemodialysis Machines

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care in Creve Coeur, MO is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support dialysis treatments under RN supervision. Responsibilities include setup and operation of hemodialysis machines, monitoring patient status, recording vitals, and ensuring a clean, safe treatment environment.

The role emphasizes education on adequacy measures, vascular access assessment, and documentation of treatment data.