Dialysis Patient Care Technician
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 dialysis treatment. The role includes obtaining patient vital signs, initiating, monitoring, and terminating treatments, and collecting blood samples as ordered by a physician. It also involves preparing and disinfecting hemodialysis machines, performing and documenting safety checks, following safety protocols, and participating in patient assessment and care planning activities. The PCT follows company policies and applicable state and federal laws and regulations, and participates in required staff meetings and continuing education.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Desire to work in healthcare and care for patients.
- Ability to safely mix and prepare chemical solutions following strict safety protocols.
- Ability to distinguish all primary colors.
- Successful completion of a USRC training program approved by the Medical Director, including demonstrated competency.
- Successful completion of the USRC training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis within 8 weeks of hire.
- 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 thereafter.
- Meet any applicable and required state-specific requirements.
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 treatment.
- Collect patient blood samples according to physician orders.
- Prepare machines for hemodialysis treatments.
- Clean and disinfect machines after treatment.
- Conduct machine safety checks and log results for quality control.
- Follow treatment protocols, regulations, and appropriate safety measures, including use of personal protective equipment.
- Participate in required patient assessment and care planning activities as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Adhere to company policies, procedures, and state and federal laws and regulations.
- Participate in 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 (PTO) 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
