Dialysis Patient Care Technician - PCT Chronic In-center

U.S. Renal Care, Inc. • Beeville, TX

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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 and provide safe, comfortable, high-quality dialysis treatment. The role includes preparing and checking hemodialysis machines, monitoring patients and treatments, collecting blood samples as ordered, and following safety, quality, company, and regulatory requirements.

The position requires successful completion of a USRC training program approved by the Medical Director, including 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 a state or national certification program within 18 months of hire and maintained in good standing. Specific state requirements may apply.

U.S. Renal Care describes its team culture as supportive and focused on learning, development, and career advancement. Full-time employees are eligible for medical and pharmacy, dental, vision, voluntary benefits, 401(k) with employer match, virtual care, life insurance, and paid time off (PTO).

Requirements

• High school graduation 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 and the theory and practice of hemodialysis course 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 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

• Provide safe, comfortable, high-quality dialysis treatment directly to patients.
• Gather patient 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 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 Charge Nurse supervision and comply with company policies, procedures, and state and federal laws and regulations.
• Attend required staff meetings and continuing education offerings.

Benefits

• Medical and pharmacy coverage 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.
• PTO 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