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 dialysis care; monitoring patients throughout treatment; maintaining dialysis equipment; recording vital signs and patient data; educating patients; and collaborating with the care team. The position is based at 1751 Henry Luckow Lane, Belvidere, Illinois, and may require floating between local clinics. The schedule is flexible and may include mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Requirements
- Accredited high school diploma, GED credential, or equivalent.
- Comfortable around blood, needles, and medical equipment.
- Physically able to work long shifts on their 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; or 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 and ongoing education.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) match.
- Paid time off.
- Backup child and elder care.
- Headspace and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Parental leave.
- Clinical Ladders and the 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
