Patient Care Technician

About the role

As a Patient Care Technician (PCT), you will support patients with end-stage renal disease in an outpatient dialysis clinic. Your responsibilities include delivering safe, hygienic, and compassionate dialysis care, monitoring patients before, during, and after treatment, setting up and maintaining dialysis equipment, recording vital signs and patient data, educating patients on treatment and kidney health, and collaborating with nurses, dietitians, social workers, and other care team members.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, hygienic, and compassionate dialysis care
• Maintain patient safety and comfort
• Monitor patients before, during, and after treatment
• Set up and maintain dialysis equipment
• Record vital signs and patient data accurately
• Educate patients on treatment and kidney health
• Collaborate with nurses, dietitians, social workers, and other care team members

Requirements

• Accredited High School diploma, general education development (“GED”) credential, or equivalent
• Comfortable around blood, needles, and medical equipment
• Physically able to work long shifts on your feet
• Willing to float between local clinics if needed
• Flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Preferred: CNA, MA, CHT, phlebotomy certification, or healthcare experience

Qualifications

• Must be flexible and able to work rotating shifts
• May be required to cover shifts at other clinics
• Schedule restrictions cannot be accommodated
• Work schedules are always provided in advance to support work-life balance

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and ability to follow procedures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)

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

Pay

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage, and a broad range of other benefits.

Schedule

Work Days: Monday through Saturday
Weekends: Required to work every other Saturday and No Sunday shifts

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Dialysis Shift Times & Requirements
Shift Times: Must be flexible to work rotating shifts starting as early as 3am