Dialysis Patient Care Technician

U.S. Renal Care, Inc. • Ellisville, MO

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About The Position

A Patient Care Technician (PCT) is an integral member of a cross-functional team providing care and delegated treatment activities to patients with renal failure. The PCT works 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 also involves preparing and maintaining dialysis equipment, following safety and quality protocols, and complying with company policies and applicable laws and regulations.

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.
• Complete the USRC training program approved by the Medical Director and demonstrate competency, including completion of the USRC hemodialysis theory and practice training course within 8 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 nationally available commercial 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 patients’ vital signs before and after treatment.
• Initiate, monitor, and terminate dialysis treatment.
• Collect patient blood samples according to physician orders.
• Prepare machines for hemodialysis treatments, clean and disinfect them after treatment, and perform and log machine safety checks for quality control.
• Follow treatment protocols, safety measures, regulations, and appropriate personal protective equipment requirements.
• Participate in interdisciplinary patient assessment and care planning activities.
• Follow company policies, procedures, and state and federal laws and regulations.
• Attend 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 for full-time and part-time employees.
• Learning and development and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED