Dialysis Patient Care Technician
About The Position
As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at U.S. Renal Care, you will be an integral member 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, high-quality dialysis treatment and support patient assessment and care planning. The role includes preparing and checking dialysis equipment, monitoring treatment, collecting patient samples, and following company policies and applicable regulations. The role requires completion of USRC’s Medical Director-approved training program, including a course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis within eight weeks of hire. CPR certification is required within 90 days of hire or as required by the state. Patient Care Technician certification must be obtained through an eligible state or national certification program within 18 months of hire and maintained in good standing. Previous healthcare experience in dialysis, phlebotomy, or as a CNA is a plus. U.S. Renal Care describes its culture as supportive of team-member growth, with learning and development, career advancement opportunities, and programs intended to support a meaningful career. Full-time employees are eligible for medical/pharmacy, dental, vision, voluntary benefits, a 401(k) with employer match, virtual care, life insurance, and PTO. Part-time employees are eligible for a 401(k) with employer match and PTO.
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.
- Successful completion of the 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 eight 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 available commercial certification program within 18 months of hire and maintain it in good standing.
- Meet any applicable state-specific requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Previous healthcare experience in dialysis, phlebotomy, or as a CNA.
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, comfortable, high-quality dialysis treatment directly to patients.
- Gather patients’ vital signs before and after treatment.
- Initiate, monitor, and terminate dialysis treatment.
- Collect patient blood samples according to physician orders.
- Prepare hemodialysis machines for treatment and clean and disinfect them after treatment.
- Conduct machine safety checks and log results for quality control.
- Follow required protocols and regulations and use appropriate safety measures, including personal protective equipment.
- Participate in patient assessment and care-planning activities as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Work under the supervision of a Charge Nurse and comply with company policies, procedures, and state and federal laws and regulations.
- Participate in required staff meetings and continuing education offerings.
Benefits
- Medical and pharmacy coverage for eligible full-time employees.
- Dental insurance for eligible full-time employees.
- Vision insurance for eligible full-time employees.
- Voluntary benefits for eligible full-time employees.
- 401(k) with employer match for full-time and part-time employees.
- Virtual care for eligible full-time employees.
- Life insurance for eligible full-time employees.
- PTO for full-time and part-time employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
