Patient Care Technician - PCT CCHT - Dialysis

Fresenius Medical Care•CO021 FMCNA Colorado Home - Clinic, CO

3d•$16 - $26

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician functions as part of the dialysis health care team to provide safe and effective home dialysis therapy and training under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with organization policies, procedures, training, and applicable regulations. The role assists with home dialysis equipment setup and maintenance of a safe, clean working environment, and supports the organization's Quality Enhancement Program and continuous quality improvement activities. The technician supports home hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis patients through training reinforcement, treatment preparation and assistance, equipment troubleshooting, patient monitoring, documentation, supply management, and coordination with the home therapies registered nurse and other care-team members. The position also includes clinic operations, patient scheduling and registration, record maintenance, specimen handling, infection-control activities, and assigned staff-orientation and recruitment support. Work includes desk and computer tasks, direct interaction with patients and clinical staff, and travel between assigned facilities and community locations. The health care facility environment may involve exposure to infectious or contagious materials. Direct patient care involves lifting and moving patients, assisting with ambulation, prolonged standing, bending, and lifting dialysis solutions and equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid PCT national certification or state-specific certification as defined by the Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS).
Any applicable state licensure, education, and training required for the role.
Demonstrated commitment to the organization's culture, values, and customer service standards.
Successful completion of the organization's dialysis training program is required for continued employment.
Successful completion of CPR certification is required for continued employment.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the role, including patient lifting and movement, assisting with ambulation, prolonged standing, bending, and lifting solutions up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 40 pounds occasionally.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or related facility.

Responsibilities

Reinforce home hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis training as permitted by law.
Welcome patients, obtain vital signs and weights, and gather information for the Clinic Visit Intake form.
Maintain communication and collaboration with patients, care partners, nurses, providers, staff, and other team members.
Obtain and review treatment records, report missing or abnormal data, and assist with treatment, medication, and nutritional supplement reconciliation.
Assist home therapies registered nurses with home visits and provide home support as applicable and permissible.
Prepare laboratory supplies and specimens for collection and shipping; assist with transplant specimen tracking and reinforce transplant education.
Complete and document daily opening and closing chores; disinfect equipment between visits and routinely.
Prepare and stock exam, training, treatment, and storage rooms; manage supplies to maximize use and minimize waste.
Schedule appointments and contact patients or caregivers with appointment details and reminders.
Support patient registration and use of connected health, and assist patients and care partners with supplies and inventory management.
Maintain logs and tracking, order clinic or office supplies as directed, and participate in medical-record, infection-control, and other audits.
Participate in staff huddles and meetings; help collect patient admission documentation and maintain electronic or hard-copy patient charts.
Perform clerical duties such as answering phones, faxing, emailing, and contacting provider offices.
For home hemodialysis, set up, tear down, program, test, and disinfect machines; troubleshoot machinery, tools, and connectivity; prepare dialysate and treatment supplies as directed.
For home hemodialysis, evaluate dialysis access, initiate treatment, monitor and document patient status and machine data, complete safety checks, report significant changes, provide permitted interventions, collect and document vital signs, and ensure access hemostasis.
Assist with quarterly, semi-annual, and annual water and dialysate testing as directed.
For peritoneal dialysis, troubleshoot cyclers, modems, and connectivity; perform prescribed phlebotomy when qualified; set up cyclers and prepare and warm solutions; assist with exit-site care and equipment tracking.
Participate in recruiting clinical staff, assist with clinical orientation and ongoing training, and help improve awareness of home therapies among in-center staff and patients.
Perform other duties as assigned.