Patient Care Technician

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and effective dialysis therapy for assigned patients in an acute inpatient setting under the supervision of a Hemodialysis Registered Nurse.
• Set up, prime, and test dialysis equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions and company policy.
• Monitor patient well-being, including obtaining pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weights.
• Document all patient information, treatment details, and unusual incidents accurately in the hospital Electronic Medical System (EMS) and Acute Care Electronic System (ACES).
• Calculate and enter dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goals, treatment time, and sodium modeling.
• Collect and label specimens for timely laboratory delivery.
• Assist with the discontinuation of treatment, including obtaining hemostasis and applying appropriate dressings.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment and participate in quality improvement activities.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain CCHT certification within 18 months of hire.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including standing for prolonged periods, bending, and lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to assist in moving heavy equipment and patients as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 6 months of experience in a related field such as EMT, Surgical Technician, Phlebotomist, or military medical technician.

About the Company

Fresenius Medical Care is the world's leading provider of products and services for individuals with kidney disease. We are united by a shared purpose of creating a future worth living for chronically and critically ill people, providing high-quality products and innovative technologies to millions of patients worldwide.