Patient Care Tech - In Center

Dialysis Care Center - Leesburg, FL

Full-time - Entry Level

Leesburg, FL

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The In Center Hemodialysis Patient Care Technician (PCT) plays a crucial role in providing exceptional hemodialysis care to patients under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN). This position supports the mission and values of Home Dialysis Services & Dialysis Care Center, LLC, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements while delivering high-quality patient care in a dialysis facility setting.

Responsibilities

• Entering prescribed treatment into dialysis machines and setting them up for patient use.
• Dismantling dialysis machines after treatment and performing chemical disinfection.
• Observing dialysis machines and RO water systems for correct functioning and responding to alarms.
• Monitoring vital signs during treatment and documenting them on the Hemodialysis Treatment Record.
• Performing vascular access evaluations pre-treatment and reporting unusual findings to the RN.
• Performing cannulation of patient's vascular access or catheter care as allowed by state law.
• Collecting patient data and monitoring the status of vascular accesses and patient observations.
• Reviewing lab work and preparing blood samples for shipping.
• Reporting abnormal findings or changes in patient status to the assigned RN.
• Maintaining compliance with safety and infection prevention measures.
• Reinforcing education with patients and family members on End Stage Renal Disease.
• Assisting in the management of inventory supplies.

Requirements

• Must possess a minimum of High School diploma or GED.
• Current CCHT, Bonent or State required certificate.
• Current CPR card.
• 1 or more years' experience as a certified Patient Care Technician preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong data entry, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a fast-paced healthcare setting.
• Good presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure.

Benefits

• Full-time employment with potential for overtime.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.