Patient Care Technician
About The Position
DaVita is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide hands-on dialysis care in a hospital setting. No dialysis experience is required, only a passion for helping others. The company provides paid training and opportunities to grow a career in healthcare. This role involves delivering one-on-one dialysis care to patients with kidney disease, monitoring and recording vital signs, setting up dialysis machines, and observing treatment. The technician will support patients physically and emotionally throughout their care, educate them on dialysis-related topics, and collaborate with a care team including nurses, dietitians, social workers, and other members. DaVita strives to be a community first and a company second, aiming for all teammates to experience a sense of belonging. As a comprehensive kidney care provider, DaVita focuses on transforming care to improve the quality of life for patients globally, leading in clinical quality and innovation for over 20 years. The company works to increase equitable access to care for patients at every stage of their kidney health journey, from slowing disease progression to streamlining transplant processes and providing acute hospital care to home dialysis.
Requirements
- Accredited High School diploma, general education development (“GED”) credential, or equivalent
- Comfort working with blood, needles, and medical equipment
- Willingness to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Physical stamina for long shifts (up to 12+ hours)
- Flexibility to float between facilities as needed
- Full vaccination against COVID-19 may be required by hospitals in this program, which may include a booster when eligible
Nice To Haves
- Previous healthcare experience a plus (CNA, MA, Phlebotomy, CHT, BONENT certified)
Responsibilities
- Deliver one-on-one dialysis care to patients with kidney disease
- Monitor and record vital signs, set up dialysis machines, and observe treatment
- Support patients physically and emotionally throughout their care
- Educate patients on dialysis-related topics
- Collaborate with nurses, dietitians, social workers, and other care team members
Benefits
- Paid training with ongoing education and career paths
- Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off
- Family support: backup child/elder care, Headspace, EAP, parental leave
- Career development Programs: Clinical Ladders, 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
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
