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 includes delivering safe, hygienic, and compassionate dialysis care; monitoring patients before, during, and after treatment; setting up and maintaining dialysis equipment; recording vital signs and patient data; educating patients on treatment and kidney health; and collaborating with nurses, dietitians, social workers, and other care team members. The position is based at 476 S Transit Rd, Lockport, New York. Teammates may need to float between local clinics. The schedule is flexible and may include mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, and the work can involve long shifts on one's feet. DaVita describes itself as a community-first workplace and states that it is an equal opportunity workplace. The position will be open for a minimum of three days. The listed wage range is $18.50–$29.00 per hour; the Patient Care Technician ICHD Resident range is $19.00–$20.00 per hour. Compensation depends on qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience, and is subject to applicable minimum-wage requirements.
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 and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Parental leave.
- Career development programs, including 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
