Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Dialysis Lynchburg

About the position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Dialysis at the University of Virginia provides essential care to patients undergoing renal dialysis treatments. This role involves preparing and monitoring dialysis equipment, maintaining a sterile environment, and supporting licensed healthcare professionals in delivering high-quality patient care. The PCT is a vital part of the interdisciplinary team, ensuring operational efficiency and effective communication during patient treatments.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and monitors equipment used for hemodialysis.
• Maintains an infection-free environment of care.
• Maintains supplies and equipment.
• Prepares dialysis stations.
• Reinforces patient education.
• Effectively communicates and demonstrates teamwork as part of the interdisciplinary team to support operational efficiency and safe, high-quality patient care.
• Provides clinical support to licensed healthcare professionals during patient care.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or Equivalent.
• Previous health care experience preferred.
• Certified as a Patient Care Dialysis Technician by a State Agency or Nationally Recognized Certification Program within 18 months of hire date.
• American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.
• Certification as a Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT), Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT), or Certified in Clinical Nephrology Technology (CCNT) is required.