Patient Care Technician

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and effective dialysis therapy under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse
• Set up, operate, and monitor hemodialysis machines and ensure all safety alarms are enabled
• Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform cannulation, and administer heparin as permitted by state law
• Obtain and record pre- and post-treatment vital signs, weights, and patient responses
• Calculate and enter individual patient dialysis machine programming, including ultrafiltration goals
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment by disinfecting machines, chairs, and equipment between treatments
• Collect, label, and prepare laboratory specimens for testing
• Document all treatment data, vital signs, and patient observations accurately in clinical applications
• Assist in patient education regarding disease processes and treatment adequacy

Requirements

• High School diploma or G.E.D.
• CMS-approved state or national certification
• Current CPR certification
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and perform frequent standing, bending, and moving of patients

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related healthcare facility

About the Company

Fresenius Medical Care is the world's leading provider of products and services for individuals with kidney disease, supporting millions of patients worldwide through innovative technologies and high-quality dialysis treatments.