Patient Care Technician
About The Position
DaVita is hiring a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support patients with end-stage renal disease in an outpatient dialysis clinic. The PCT provides direct, hands-on care under RN supervision, helping patients through life-sustaining dialysis treatment. The role involves delivering safe, hygienic, and compassionate care; monitoring patients; maintaining dialysis equipment; recording patient information; and educating patients about treatment and kidney health. The PCT collaborates with nurses, dietitians, social workers, and other care team members. The position is based at 8725 S Stony Island Center, Chicago, Illinois, 60617, United States of America. The schedule is flexible and may include mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Teammates may need to float between local clinics. DaVita describes itself as a community-first workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Requirements
- Accredited high school diploma, GED credential, or equivalent.
- Comfortable around blood, needles, and medical equipment.
- Physically able to work long shifts on your feet.
- Willing to float between local clinics if needed.
- Flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Nice To Haves
- CNA, MA, or CHT credential.
- Phlebotomy certification.
- Healthcare experience.
Responsibilities
- Deliver safe, hygienic, and compassionate dialysis care.
- Monitor patients before, during, and after treatment.
- Set up and maintain dialysis equipment.
- Record vital signs and patient data.
- Educate patients on treatment and kidney health.
- Collaborate with nurses, dietitians, social workers, and other care team members.
Benefits
- Paid training with ongoing education and career paths.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- 401(k) match.
- Paid time off.
- Backup child and elder care.
- Headspace.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Parental leave.
- Clinical Ladders career development program.
- Bridge to Your Dreams RN program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
