Patient Care Technician (PCT)
DaVita Kidney Care · Pinole, CA · 3 wk ago
Healthcare$24–$32/hrFull-time
About the role
We are looking for a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join our amazing team. This opportunity will give you a jump start to your career in the health care field with paid, extensive training to care for our patients and build a network of other health care professionals.
Responsibilities
- Spend the majority of your day in direct one-on-one patient care to provide safe, comfortable and hygienic dialysis treatment.
- To monitor patients before, during and after dialysis treatment including measuring and recording stats, patient observations, and hemodialysis machine setup.
- Build long-term relationships with your patients who are suffering from end stage renal disease and are receiving treatment on average 3 times/week.
- Responsible for educating patients on Kidney Dialysis related topics.
- Work under the supervision of a RN.
Requirements
- Desire to enter the health care field to care for other people in need.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Comfortable working around blood and needles.
- Comfortable mixing acid or bicarb.
- Physical and mental ability to work long hours (some shifts are 12+ hours) on your feet so wear comfortable shoes!
- Willingness to train and work across multiple clinics within the territory as needed.
- Health care experience a plus including: BONENT Certified, Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Phlebotomy certification.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Skills
None specifically listed, but strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
Pay
$24.00 - $32.00/hour
Schedule
Flexible schedule and ability to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.