Dialysis PCT Certified
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 blood samples as ordered, and participating in patient assessment and care planning. Team members must follow company policies, procedures, and applicable state and federal requirements, and participate in required staff meetings and continuing education.
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.
- Successful completion of a USRC training program approved by the Medical Director, including demonstrated competency.
- Successful completion of the USRC training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis within 8 weeks of hire.
- 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 afterward, and conduct and log machine safety checks for quality control.
- Follow safety protocols, use appropriate personal protective equipment, and comply with applicable protocols and regulations.
- Participate in required patient assessment and care planning activities as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Follow company policies, procedures, and applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
- Attend required staff meetings and continuing education offerings.
Benefits
- Medical and pharmacy coverage 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 (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
