Dialysis Patient Care Technician
U.S. Renal Care, Inc.•Casper, WY
About The Position
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) is a fast-paced role requiring organization, time management, and the ability to adapt throughout the workday. As part of a cross-functional team, the PCT provides patient care and delegated treatment activities for patients with renal failure under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Charge Nurse. The role provides safe, comfortable, and high-quality dialysis treatment; prepares and maintains hemodialysis equipment; and follows safety, quality, company, and regulatory requirements.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Desire to work in healthcare and care for patients in need of dialysis.
- Successfully complete the USRC training program approved by the Medical Director, including demonstrated competency, within 8 weeks of hire.
- Successfully complete 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.
- Ability to distinguish all primary colors.
- Comfortable mixing acids and bicarbonate according to protocol.
Nice To Haves
- Previous healthcare experience in dialysis, phlebotomy, or as a CNA is a plus but not required.
Responsibilities
- Gather patient statistics before and after treatment.
- Place hemodialysis needles and connectors, initiate treatment, monitor patients during treatment, and terminate 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.
- Use appropriate safety measures, including personal protective equipment.
- Follow company policies and procedures and applicable state and federal laws and regulations under the supervision of a Charge Nurse.
- Participate in required staff meetings and continuing education offerings.
Benefits
- Medical / Pharmacy
- Dental
- Vision
- Voluntary benefits
- 401k with employer match
- Virtual Care
- Life Insurance
- PTO
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
