Patient Care Technician - PCT - Dialysis Preceptor

Overview

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support and collaborate with Registered Nurses (RNs) in providing dialysis treatment to several patients at a time. The role involves prepping and testing equipment, reviewing treatment sheets, and opening clinics at 4 am for first shift.

Job Description

• Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.
• Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.
• Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.
• Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre-treatment.
• Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
• Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Support the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participate in process improvement activities.

Success Profile

Qualified candidates have prior customer service, healthcare and direct patient care experience, and will have the opportunity to learn the discipline of dialysis. Strong management skills are required and prior direct patient care experience is needed for occasions when the team needs a helping hand.

Rewards

• Full Time position
• Area Float - Must be willing to go between Brandywine Clinics

Connect

Inpatient RNs at Fresenius Medical Care perform dialysis treatments on an acute patient population in a hospital setting, including ICU, ER, Rehab, and Med/Surg units. This role is all about relationships and the bond you’ll create with patients and their families. Ideal candidates possess leadership skills and independence needed to make quick decisions in a fast-paced environment. Must be capable of educating patients and providing exceptional customer service to our partners. Six months to one year of dialysis experience or some form of critical care nursing experience are also required.

Requirements

• Must have an active CCHT or CHT and 2+ years dialysis experience

Qualifications

• Must have prior customer service, healthcare and direct patient care experience
• Strong management skills are required and prior direct patient care experience is needed for occasions when the team needs a helping hand

Skills

• Technical skills and genuine passion needed to develop deep relationships with patients and improve their quality of life

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate clinic openings and patient needs