Fresenius - Manchester Township, NJ
posted about 2 months ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Manchester Township, NJ
Ambulatory Health Care Services
About the position
As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at Fresenius Medical Care, you will play a crucial role in providing care to patients undergoing dialysis treatment. This position emphasizes building strong relationships with patients and supporting them through their treatment journey. The role offers comprehensive training for those without prior healthcare experience, focusing on teamwork and a passion for helping others. Opportunities for career advancement within the organization are available, including pathways to become a Registered Nurse or take on leadership roles.
Responsibilities
- Provide safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Set up, test, and operate hemodialysis machines for patient treatments.
- Obtain and document necessary pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight for each patient.
- Evaluate vascular access pre-treatment and perform vascular access cannulation.
- Monitor patients' response to dialysis therapy and evaluate intradialytic problems.
- Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to supervisor.
- Enter all treatment data into the designated clinical application accurately and timely.
- Collect, label, prepare, and store lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
- Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surfaces and surrounding areas between treatments.
- Assist other healthcare members in providing patient education.
Requirements
- High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
- Dependable, compassionate, caring, supportive, collaborative, and reliable traits.
- Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or related facility preferred but not required.
- Successful completion of the Fresenius Medical Care dialysis training program and CPR certification is required for continued employment.
Nice-to-haves
- Previous healthcare experience is preferred but not required.
Benefits
- Tuition reimbursement for education goals.
- Scholarships for family members.
- Financial support during personal hardships.
- Support during natural disasters.
