Experienced Patient Care Technician

Posted 10/19/2026 • 46360 Gratiot Avenue, Chesterfield Township, MI 48051

About the role

The Experienced Patient Care Technician (PCT) assists registered nurses in providing dialysis treatment for End-Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) patients in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. An Experienced PCT-ICHD is proficient in all intermediate duties while recommending dialysis plans for ultrafiltration to registered nurses and reinforcing education to patients as initiated by the licensed nurse.

Schedule

• Expected shifts: 3–4 days per week with a minimum of two Saturdays per month
• Shifts may start as early as 3:00 AM
• Typically 10–12+ hours per shift (32–40 hours per week)
• Must have a flexible schedule and availability to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Responsibilities

• Receives patients into the treatment/exam area; weighs patients, records pre- and post-dialysis blood pressure and temperature, and documents all data on dialysis flow sheets
• Performs and records vital signs and patient parameters according to DaVita policy and state regulations; obtains blood samples and culture specimens and prepares them for shipment
• Collects patient data and reports to nurse/preceptor regarding vascular access status, abnormal parameters, and patient observations
• Initiates and terminates dialysis via approved accesses using proper cannulation or central venous catheter techniques in accordance with state, federal, and local regulations
• Reviews dialysis prescriptions, observes patient condition, monitors fluid therapy/treatments, and documents activities appropriately
• Sets up, tests, and monitors dialysis machines and reverse osmosis (RO) water systems; responds to visual/audible alarms and performs safety checks
• Dismantles, cleans, and disinfects dialysis equipment per DaVita procedures
• Performs clerical tasks including charting, lab requisitions, ordering supplies, and appointment coordination

Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 months of hands-on hemodialysis/dialysis care provided within the past 12 months
• Completed and active Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) certification required upon hire
• Accredited High School Diploma, General Education Development (GED) credential, or equivalent
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required (or obtained within 60 days of employment)
• Basic computer skills and proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, and electronic medical record systems
• Ability to lift a minimum of 5 lbs up to 50 lbs unassisted, perform repetitive physical movement, and stand for long periods

Benefits

• 401(k) match
• Healthcare coverage
• Broad range of additional benefits (details at careers.davita.com/benefits)