Dialysis Patient Care Technician
About The Position
The Patient Care Technician Trainee (PCT Trainee) learns to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in a safe and professional environment. The trainee learns to perform hemodialysis treatments according to Satellite and the local center’s policies and procedures. Training includes taking and monitoring patient vital signs, performing blood tests, documenting patient information, preparing and monitoring dialysis equipment, and cleaning equipment. The role contributes to the organization’s mission to improve life for people with kidney disease and its vision for individualized, high-quality, compassionate care. The technician works directly with a multidisciplinary team, supports patients’ holistic needs, and helps create an environment where patients can live better lives. Formal and informal professional-growth opportunities and career advancement are available.
Requirements
- High school diploma, G.E.D. certificate, or equivalent.
- Current CPR certification.
- BONENT, NNCC, or NNCO certification is required within 18 months from the hire date.
- For California locations only, CDPH CHT certification is required within 18 months from the hire date.
Nice To Haves
- One year of medical experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Learn to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Learn to perform hemodialysis treatments according to Satellite and local center policies and procedures.
- Take and monitor patient vital signs.
- Perform blood tests.
- Document appropriate patient information.
- Prepare and monitor dialysis equipment.
- Clean equipment.
- Help improve the environment for patients and staff and build relationships with patients and team members.
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.
- 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
