Dialysis Patient Care Technician
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 to provide safe, comfortable, high-quality dialysis treatment. The role includes preparing and checking hemodialysis machines, monitoring patients, collecting samples, and following safety, quality, and regulatory protocols. The position also involves participating in patient assessment and care planning activities, staff meetings, and continuing education. U.S. Renal Care describes itself as a leading national dialysis provider, partnering with physicians to care for more than 37,000 people living with kidney disease. The company highlights investment in team members’ learning, development, and career advancement.
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.
- Successfully complete the USRC training program approved by the Medical Director, including demonstrated competency.
- Successfully complete the USRC training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis 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 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
- Gather patient vital signs before and after dialysis treatment.
- Initiate, monitor, and terminate dialysis treatment.
- Collect patient blood samples according to physician orders.
- Prepare hemodialysis machines for treatment.
- Clean and disinfect machines after treatment.
- Conduct machine safety checks and log results for quality control.
- Follow protocols, regulations, company policies, procedures, and applicable state and federal laws.
- Use appropriate safety measures, including personal protective equipment.
- Participate in required patient assessment and care planning activities as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
