Dialysis Patient Care Technician - PCT Chronic In-center
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 in-center dialysis treatment. The role includes direct patient care, machine preparation and safety checks, treatment monitoring, and participation in patient assessment and care planning activities. You will follow company policies and applicable state and federal regulations, use appropriate safety measures, and participate in required staff meetings and continuing education. The position requires successful completion of a USRC training program approved by the Medical Director, including demonstrated competency and a hemodialysis theory and practice course within eight weeks of hire. CPR certification is required within 90 days of hire or as required by the state. A Patient Care Technician certification must be obtained through a state or nationally available certification program within 18 months of hire and maintained in good standing. Specific state requirements may also apply.
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 a Medical Director-approved USRC training program and demonstrate competency, including the USRC hemodialysis theory and practice course within eight 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 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.
- Perform machine safety checks and log results for quality control.
- Follow safety protocols and regulations, including using appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Participate in required patient assessment and care planning activities as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Work under the supervision of a Charge Nurse and follow company policies, procedures, and applicable 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
