Patient Care Technician

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and effective dialysis therapy under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse
• Set up and operate hemodialysis machines and perform required machine safety checks
• Monitor patient response to therapy, including evaluating vascular access and performing cannulation
• Obtain and record pre- and post-treatment vital signs, weights, and treatment parameters
• Assist in patient education regarding disease processes, access, and adequacy measures
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment by disinfecting equipment and treatment areas
• Collect, label, and prepare laboratory specimens for testing
• Document all treatment data and patient information accurately in clinical applications

Requirements

• High School diploma or G.E.D.
• CMS-approved state or national certification
• Current CPR certification
• Ability to pass Ishihara's Color Blindness test

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. 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.