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. This is a floating position supporting various clinics throughout the San Diego County territory. Dialysis experience is required. The role involves delivering safe, hygienic, compassionate dialysis care; monitoring patients before, during, and after treatment; maintaining dialysis equipment; recording vital signs and patient data; educating patients about treatment and kidney health; and collaborating with the care team. The position requires availability Monday through Saturday and a flexible schedule that may include mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. The PCT may need to float between local clinics. The posted wage range is $25.00–$32.00 per hour; compensation depends on qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience.
Requirements
- CHT (Certified Hemodialysis Technician) certificate is required.
- Dialysis experience is required.
- Availability Monday through Saturday.
- Reliable transportation.
- Accredited high school diploma, GED credential, or equivalent.
- Comfort working around blood, needles, and medical equipment.
- Physically able to work long shifts on your feet.
- Willingness to float between local clinics if needed.
- Flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Nice To Haves
- CNA certification or experience.
- MA certification or experience.
- 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.
- Support various clinics throughout the San Diego County territory as a floating employee.
Benefits
- Paid training and ongoing education.
- Career paths and career development programs, including Clinical Ladders and the Bridge to Your Dreams RN program.
- Medical coverage.
- Dental coverage.
- Vision coverage.
- 401(k) match.
- Paid time off.
- Backup child and elder care.
- Headspace.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Parental leave.
- Competitive total rewards package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
