Inpatient Dialysis Care Technician – Acute Setting

Fresenius Medical Care; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care in Texas is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join the hemodialysis health care team in the acute setting under RN supervision.

You will help ensure safe treatment, set up and prime equipment, monitor patient status, record vitals, and participate in quality improvement initiatives while maintaining a clean work environment. This role requires a High School Diploma and a PCT certification; prior dialysis exposure is a plus, and travel between facilities may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required or its equivalent.
• Must have a valid PCT national certification or state specific certification as defined by CMS. All appropriate state licensure, education, and training (if any) required.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care under the supervision of the FMCNA RN for assigned patient(s) in the acute setting.
• Sets up and primes dialysis equipment as directed by the Fresenius Nurse for renal replacement therapies.
• Obtains necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight, reporting abnormalities.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment and participates in quality initiatives.
• Records treatment data and coordinates with the RN for optimal therapy outcomes.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Equipment setup

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma

PCT national certification or state certification

Tools

Dialysis machines

Job description

Fresenius Medical Care in Texas is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join the hemodialysis health care team in the acute setting under RN supervision.

You will help ensure safe treatment, set up and prime equipment, monitor patient status, record vitals, and participate in quality improvement initiatives while maintaining a clean work environment. This role requires a High School Diploma and a PCT certification; prior dialysis exposure is a plus, and travel between facilities may be required.