Patient Care Technician

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and effective dialysis therapy under the supervision of a licensed nurse
• Set up, operate, and monitor hemodialysis machines and equipment
• Perform patient assessments, including obtaining vital signs, weight, and evaluating vascular access
• Initiate and discontinue dialysis treatments according to prescribed orders and established procedures
• Monitor patient responses to therapy and report any significant changes in condition to the RN or supervisor
• Maintain a clean and safe clinical environment by disinfecting machines, chairs, and surrounding areas
• Document accurate and timely treatment data, vital signs, and progress notes in clinical applications
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens for testing

Requirements

• High School diploma or G.E.D.
• CMS-approved state or national certification (or ability to meet requirements within the required timeline)
• Current CPR certification
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and perform physical tasks including standing for prolonged periods
• No prior dialysis experience required; 12 weeks of paid, structured training is provided

Benefits

• 12 weeks of paid and structured training with an assigned Preceptor and Nurse Educator
• Up to $4,400 tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• Major holidays off
• Opportunity to work with the nation's largest provider of renal care products and services

About the Company

Fresenius Medical Care is the world's leading provider of products and services for individuals with kidney disease. We are dedicated to improving the quality of life for patients worldwide through high-quality products, innovative technologies, and exceptional care.