Patient Care Specialist

1 week ago


Tacoma, Washington, United States Fresenius Medical Care North America Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Patient Care Technician to join our team at Fresenius Medical Care North America. As a Patient Care Technician, you will play a vital role in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy to patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist in the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines
  • Conduct machine safety checks and report any unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor
  • Obtain necessary pre and post-treatment vital signs and weight, and perform vascular access evaluation
  • Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders, including blood flow and dialysate flow
  • Monitor patients' response to dialysis therapy and report any significant information or changes in patient condition
  • Assist in training of direct patient care staff on appropriate programs under the supervision of a nurse
  • Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities and enter all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner
Requirements
  • High school diploma or G.E.D. required
  • Must meet Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved state and/or national certification requirements within the required state or CMS timeline
  • Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or related facility preferred
Working Conditions

The work environment is characteristic of a healthcare facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials. The position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force.

Why Join Our Team?

Fresenius Medical Care North America is a leading provider of renal care services, and we are committed to delivering high-quality patient care and exceptional customer service. As a Patient Care Technician, you will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of healthcare professionals and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients.



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