Dialysis Patient Care Technician - PCT Chronic In-center
About The Position
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) is an integral member of a cross-functional team providing care and delegated treatment activities to patients with renal failure. The PCT works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Charge Nurse and provides safe, comfortable, high-quality in-center dialysis treatment. The role includes taking patient vital signs, initiating and monitoring treatments, terminating treatments, and collecting blood samples as ordered by a physician. The PCT also prepares, checks, cleans, and disinfects hemodialysis machines; follows safety and quality protocols; and participates in patient assessment, care planning, staff meetings, and continuing education. Successful completion of U.S. Renal Care’s approved training and required certification milestones is part of the role.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Desire to work in healthcare and care for patients.
- Ability to safely mix and prepare chemical solutions while following strict safety protocols.
- Ability to distinguish all primary colors.
- Successfully complete the U.S. Renal Care training program approved by the Medical Director, including demonstrated competency.
- Successfully complete the U.S. Renal Care training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis within 8 weeks of hire.
- Obtain CPR certification within 90 days of hire or as required by the state.
- Obtain Patient Care Technician certification through a state certification program or nationally commercially available certification program within 18 months of hire, and maintain it in good standing; applicable state requirements may also apply.
Nice To Haves
- Previous healthcare experience in dialysis, phlebotomy, or as a CNA.
Responsibilities
- Gather patient vital signs before and after dialysis treatment.
- Initiate, monitor, and terminate dialysis treatments.
- Collect patient blood samples according to physician orders.
- Prepare hemodialysis machines and perform machine safety checks, logging results for quality control.
- Clean and disinfect machines after treatment.
- Follow safety measures, including use of appropriate personal protective equipment, and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Participate in required patient assessment and care planning activities as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Follow company policies, procedures, and applicable state and federal laws and regulations under Charge Nurse supervision.
- Attend required staff meetings and continuing education offerings.
Benefits
- Medical and pharmacy benefits for full-time employees.
- Dental insurance for full-time employees.
- Vision insurance for full-time employees.
- Voluntary benefits for full-time employees.
- 401(k) with employer match for full-time and part-time employees.
- Virtual care for full-time employees.
- Life insurance for full-time employees.
- Paid time off for full-time and part-time employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
