Dialysis Technician

DaVita•Cleveland, OH

1d•$18 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

DaVita is looking for a Dialysis Tech (PCT) to serve our patients at our Shaker Square Dialysis Center in Cleveland, OH. Paid Training Provided! PCTs expected shifts for this clinic: 3-4 days/week with a minimum of two Saturdays/month and can be asked to start as early as 3:00 am. Hours of work may vary during the training period; however, you will typically be working between 32-40 hours per week during training. You must have a flexible schedule and be able to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Paid training: DaVita offers all new dialysis teammates a robust, paid training program to help you learn the right dialysis skills. The training is a mix of classroom and hands-on training. Reimbursement for your Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) license. Our PCTs also find DaVita professionally fulfilling. To help advance your career, we offer clear paths to higher levels of responsibility and compensation by climbing our clinical ladder. Training may take place in a facility or a training clinic with a class of new teammates other than your assigned home clinic. You will have exposure to blood and needles. Ability to interact in person and by phone clearly and efficiently. Ability to use computer and all peripherals as needed to meet goals. Building long-term relationships with your patients who are suffering from end stage renal disease and are receiving treatment on average 3 times/week. You will also be responsible for educating patients on Kidney Dialysis related topics. PCTs work under the supervision of a RN. Shifts can begin as early as 3:00 am and can vary based on patient needs. Your expected shift will be shared during the interview process.

Requirements

Reliable (attendance and punctuality are crucial)
Love to learn
Desire to help people
Looking for a career with a company you can grow with
Comfortable with early shifts and long hours on your feet
Love a fast-paced environment
High school diploma or equivalent
Must be comfortable working around blood and needles
Must be comfortable mixing acid or bicarb
Flexibility and availability to work mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays as needed
Physical and mental ability to work long hours (some shifts are 12+ hours) on your feet
Willingness to train
Ability to lift minimum of 5 pounds to a maximum of 50 pounds unassisted
Able to perform repetitive standing, sitting, stooping, walking, stretching, reaching, and use full range of body motions

Nice To Haves

Health care experience preferred including: BONENT Certified, Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Phlebotomy certification.

Responsibilities

Get the water room ready and the bicarb for the patients.
Testing the water for chlorine, checking to make sure the tools are calibrated.
Monitor patients before, during and after dialysis treatment including measuring and recording stats, patient observations, and hemodialysis machine setup.
Spend the majority of your day in direct one-on-one patient care to provide safe, comfortable and hygienic dialysis treatment.
Care for up to 4-5 patients at a time.
Educate patients on Kidney Dialysis related topics.
Work across multiple clinics within the territory as needed.