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 vascular access cannulation and evaluate access for patency
• Obtain and record patient vital signs, weight, and treatment parameters
• Monitor patient response to therapy and report significant changes to the registered nurse
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment by disinfecting machines and treatment areas
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation and treatment records
• Assist in collecting laboratory specimens and preparing them for testing

Requirements

• High School diploma or G.E.D.
• Ability to obtain CMS-approved state or national certification within required timelines
• Current CPR certification
• Ability to pass Ishihara's Color Blindness test
• Ability to perform physical tasks including standing for prolonged periods and lifting up to 40 lbs

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous patient care experience in a hospital or 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.