Patient Care Technician
About The Position
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides direct, hands-on care to patients receiving outpatient dialysis for end-stage renal disease. Working under the supervision of Registered Nurses, the PCT supports patients throughout treatment, builds ongoing relationships with them and their families, and contributes to safe, high-quality care. DaVita provides 9–10 weeks of paid clinical training; prior dialysis experience is not required. The role is full-time, typically involving 3 to 4 shifts per week of 8, 10, or 12 hours, with 3 to 4 days off each week. The clinic operates Monday through Saturday, 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and shifts are scheduled between 4:00 AM and 7:00 PM. Teammates rotate opening and closing shifts, work every other Saturday, and share holiday rotations. There may be occasional opportunities to float to nearby partner clinics in the greater Fort Wayne area.
Requirements
- Accredited high school diploma, GED credential, or equivalent.
- Comfort working hands-on with medical equipment, needles, and blood in a clinical healthcare environment.
- Ability to stay active, stand, and move across the clinic floor for extended portions of a shift.
- Availability for rotating schedules, including early mornings, evenings, rotating Saturdays, and shared holiday rotations.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
Nice To Haves
- Prior healthcare experience.
- Certification as a CNA, Medical Assistant (MA), Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT), or Phlebotomist.
Responsibilities
- Welcome patients and take and record vital signs.
- Monitor patients’ health data before, during, and after dialysis and respond attentively to their needs.
- Safely assemble, sanitize, and prime dialysis machines and equipment according to clinical safety protocols.
- Build trust with patients and families and educate them about kidney health, treatment routines, and wellness goals.
- Work with Registered Nurses, Nephrologists, Dietitians, Social Workers, and Clinic Leadership to provide holistic patient care.
Benefits
- 9–10 weeks of paid classroom and on-the-floor clinical training.
- Clinical Ladders program and a Bridge to Your Dreams program that covers tuition for teammates pursuing an RN degree.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting the first month.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Paid Time Off (PTO).
- Backup child and elder care.
- Free Headspace subscription.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Comprehensive parental leave.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
