PCT Non Certified
U.S. Renal Care · Utica, NY · 2 wk ago
On-siteHealthcare$18.84/hrFull-time
Responsibilities
How you will change lives As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at US Renal Care, you will be an integral part of a cross-functional team providing care and delegated activities of treatment to patients. The PCT will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Charge Nurse (CN) for patients with renal failure. We still have much work ahead. If you desire to make a positive impact in the life of others and pursue a fulfilling career in healthcare, we invite you to join our team at U.S. Renal Care!
- Gather patient stats before and after treatment
- Initiate treatment
- Monitor patients during treatment
- Terminate treatment
- Collect patient blood samples per physician orders
- Prepare machines for hemodialysis treatments
- Clean and disinfect machines after treatment
- Conduct machine safety checks and log results for quality control
- Ensure all protocols and regulations are followed
- Use appropriate safety measures, including personal protective equipment
- Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and state/federal laws and regulations (working under supervision of a Charge Nurse)
- Participate in all required staff meetings and continuing education offerings
Qualifications
What we're looking for
- High school graduate or equivalent
- Desire to work in healthcare and care for patients in need
- Previous healthcare experience in dialysis, phlebotomy, or as a CNA is a plus
Other Requirements
- Successful completion of USRC training program approved by the Medical Director, including demonstrated competency, within 8 weeks of hire
- Successful completion of USRC training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis within 8 weeks of hire
- CPR certification required within 90 days of hire or as required by the state
- Patient Care Technician certification must be obtained through a state certification program or national commercially available certification program within 18 months of hire date and maintained in good standing thereafter
- Ability to distinguish all primary colors
- Must be comfortable with mixing acids and bicarbonate according to protocol
Benefits
- Medical / Pharmacy
- Dental
- Vision
- Voluntary benefits
- 401k with employer match
- Virtual Care
- Life Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits
- PTO
- For part‑time employees: 401k with employer match, PTO
Pay
Pay Range: USD $18.84 - USD $27.72 /Hr.