Patient Care Technician - Nephrology

Sanford Health•Sioux Falls, SD

7d•$15 - $23

About The Position

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint. Our nephrology clinic offers a highly collaborative care model where nephrologists and advanced practice providers work closely with a skilled team of RNs, and CMAs. The goal of this team model is to provide exceptional patient care for individuals with complex kidney conditions. Every team member plays an important role in improving outcomes, and our culture emphasizes respect, teamwork, and continuous learning. The patient care technician position is an excellent entry point into healthcare—no license required. This role provides hands-on experience in a specialized setting, with opportunities for growth. New team members receive training and mentorship, gaining exposure to nephrology practices. Joining our team means making a meaningful impact on patients’ lives while building a strong foundation for a rewarding healthcare career. The Patient Care Technician (PCT) performs basic patient care services and supports activities within ambulatory services. Patient Care Technicians are multi-skilled to provide expanded services under the direct supervision of a licensed clinical professional. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: height, weight, blood pressure, visual acuity, color vision screening, drug screens, point of care urinalysis and reception/clerical tasks. Patient Care Technicians have knowledge of and utilize appropriate age-related patient care and cultural diversity, relating to the physical and psychological needs of patients from adolescence through geriatrics. Prepare patient treatment areas for use; prepare and clean medical equipment; dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy. Clean and maintain patient care area(s) or treatment rooms. Monitors stock levels of medical inventory and restocks or reorders as needed. Work patient registries and identify opportunities to improve patient care. Must be self-motivated, independent and able to work well with team members. Must be able to work amidst multiple distractions while maintaining excellent interpersonal skills.

Requirements

Must be self-motivated, independent and able to work well with team members.
Must be able to work amidst multiple distractions while maintaining excellent interpersonal skills.
High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.
If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be registered as a Nursing Assistant (NA) through the North Dakota Department of Health within four months from the date of initial employment.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of six months’ experience preferred.
Experience in a clinic setting preferred.
Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.
Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.

Responsibilities

height, weight, blood pressure, visual acuity, color vision screening, drug screens, point of care urinalysis and reception/clerical tasks
Prepare patient treatment areas for use
prepare and clean medical equipment
dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy
Clean and maintain patient care area(s) or treatment rooms
Monitors stock levels of medical inventory and restocks or reorders as needed
Work patient registries and identify opportunities to improve patient care

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