Patient Care Technician - PCT

Fresenius Medical Care • Hayward, WI

188d

About The Position

Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies. Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).

Requirements

• High School diploma or G.E.D. required.
• Must meet Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved state and/or national certification requirements.
• Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility preferred.
• Successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures.
• Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.
• Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated.
• Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight.
• Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow and dialysate flow.
• Monitor patients’ response to dialysis therapy.
• Document all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment.
• Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.
• Calculate and enter individual patients’ dialysis machine programming.
• Ensure appropriate safety alarms are enabled.
• Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters.
• Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the registered nurse or supervisor.
• Assist in training of applicable direct patient care staff on appropriate programs under the supervision of a nurse.
• Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean.
• Complete and document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.
• Assist in collecting information for infection control audits.
• Follow all newly admitted patients through their first 4 weeks of dialysis and coordinating their transitional dialysis care.

Benefits

• Comprehensive, on-the-job training provided.
• Commitment to sustainability and employee recognition programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees