Dialysis Patient Care Technician-PCT

Dialysis Clinic, Inc. • Charleston, SC

9d • $18 - $20

About The Position

Dialysis Clinic, Inc. (DCI), a nonprofit dialysis provider, is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support patients with end-stage renal disease throughout the dialysis treatment process. Working under RN supervision and as part of an interdisciplinary care team, the PCT helps deliver prescribed treatments and promote safe care and high-quality patient outcomes. The role involves patient monitoring, treatment setup and breakdown, laboratory work, inventory tracking, and supporting patient education.

This is a full-time position with four 10-hour shifts starting at 4 a.m., Sundays off, and no overnight shifts. Pay is $18–$20 per hour depending on healthcare experience; prior experience is not required. DCI provides a paid 12-week training program with classroom sessions, a preceptor, and one-on-one skills training.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Previous healthcare experience.
• CNA, EMT, medical assistant, CNT, and/or phlebotomy skills.
• Dialysis experience.

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 machine readings during treatment.
• Work under RN supervision.
• 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 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.
• 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 $0.50 match for each eligible employee-contributed dollar, up to 8 percent.
• Education reimbursement.
• Employee assistance program.
• Wellness program.

What This Job Offers

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