Dialysis Patient Care Technician-PCT

Dialysis Clinic Inc•Portsmouth, OH

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About The Position

Dialysis Clinic, Inc. (DCI) is seeking a compassionate Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support patients with end-stage renal disease during dialysis treatment. Under RN supervision, the PCT supports clinical staff throughout the treatment process and works as part of an interdisciplinary team to help ensure safe care and quality outcomes. The role is based in a comfortable clinical setting and offers a lower caregiver-to-patient ratio than other providers. This is a full-time position with four 10-hour shifts beginning at 5 a.m. Sundays are off, and there are no overnight shifts. Pay starts at $17 per hour and depends on healthcare experience; previous experience is not required. DCI provides paid, comprehensive training over 12 weeks, including classroom sessions, preceptor support, and one-on-one skills training.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Excellent communication skills.
Desire to collaborate with care teams.
Ability to problem solve.

Nice To Haves

Previous healthcare experience is preferred but not required.
CNA, EMT, medical assistant, CNT, and/or phlebotomy skills are desired.
Dialysis experience is not required; job-shadow opportunities are available.

Responsibilities

Participate in infection control, risk management, and patient education activities.
Guide new patients through a 120-day education plan.
Obtain and record patient vital signs and dialysis machine readings during treatment.
Set up and break down the dialysis blood system for treatment.
Insert and remove patient access needles.
Monitor patients during dialysis, document changes, and inform the charge nurse of concerns.
Calculate patient weight loss needed to reach dry weight.
Determine patient care priorities and organize workload accordingly.
Maintain professional working relationships while observing patient privacy and rights.
Maintain and track inventory.
Perform laboratory work.

Benefits

Paid 12-week training with a preceptor.
Competitive pay starting at $17 per hour, depending on healthcare experience.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Life and long-term disability insurance at no additional expense to the employee.
Paid time off, including holidays.
Extended Sick Bank in addition to PTO, providing paid time for doctor appointments, sickness, or medical leave.
Retirement plans with a 50% employer match on each contributed dollar for eligible employees, up to 8 percent.
Education reimbursement.
Employee assistance program.
Wellness program.
Sundays off.
Positive, mission-driven culture.