Dialysis Patient Care Technician

U.S. Renal Care, Inc. • Anderson, SC

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About The Position

As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at U.S. Renal Care, you will be an integral part of a cross-functional team providing care and delegated treatment activities to patients with renal failure. You will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Charge Nurse to provide safe, comfortable, and high-quality dialysis treatment. The role includes direct patient care, dialysis machine preparation and safety checks, and participation in patient assessment and care planning. The position also requires completing company training and obtaining CPR and Patient Care Technician certifications within the stated time frames.

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 USRC training program approved by the Medical Director, including demonstrated competency and the USRC 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 national commercially available certification program within 18 months of hire and maintain it in good standing; specific state requirements may apply.

Nice To Haves

• Previous healthcare experience in dialysis, phlebotomy, or as a CNA.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient vital signs before and after 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 safety measures, including use of 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 and procedures and applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED