Patient Care Technician

DAVITA•Vacaville, CA

9h•$24 - $32•Hybrid

About The Position

DaVita is hiring a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join their team in an outpatient dialysis center. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of patients and their families dealing with end-stage renal failure or chronic kidney disease by delivering care in an empathetic and compassionate way. The position provides a jump start to a career in healthcare with paid, extensive training, allowing the PCT to gain necessary skills and build a network of healthcare professionals. Upon completion of training, the PCT will join a holistic team of care professionals, including nurses, dietitians, and social workers, to care for patients. It is described as a career based on passion and purpose, not just a job.

Requirements

Desire to enter the health care field to care for other people in need
High school diploma or equivalent
Must be comfortable working around blood and needles
Must be comfortable mixing acid or bicarb
Physical and mental ability to work long hours (some shifts are 12+ hours) on your feet
Willingness to train and work across multiple clinics within the territory as needed.

Nice To Haves

Health care experience a plus including: BONENT Certified, Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Phlebotomy certification.

Responsibilities

Spend the majority of your day in direct one-on-one patient care to provide safe, comfortable and hygienic dialysis treatment.
Care for multiple patients.
Monitor patients before, during and after dialysis treatment including measuring and recording stats, patient observations, and hemodialysis machine setup.
Build long-term relationships with patients suffering from end stage renal disease.
Educate patients on Kidney Dialysis related topics.
Work under the supervision of a RN.
Train and work across multiple clinics within the territory as needed.