Patient Care Technician

Fresenius - Gloucester, VA

Full-time - Entry Level

Gloucester, VA

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The position functions as part of the dialysis healthcare team, providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The role involves operating hemodialysis machines, maintaining a clean working environment, and participating in quality enhancement programs to improve patient satisfaction and outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing patient-specific education regarding dialysis adequacy measures and disease processes.
• Welcome assigned patients and evaluate their wellbeing since the last treatment.
• Perform vascular access cannulation and administer heparin as delegated.
• Obtain pre and post-treatment vital signs and weight, and evaluate vascular access before treatment.
• Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders and monitor patients' responses during treatment.
• Document treatment parameters and patient responses accurately and timely.
• Report significant changes in patient conditions to the registered nurse or supervisor.
• Participate in the recruitment and training of new clinical staff and provide ongoing competency evaluations.
• Collaborate with clinical managers to drive quality standards through education and training programs.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment by disinfecting equipment and ensuring compliance with infection control practices.

Requirements

• High School diploma or G.E.D. required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Valid PCT national certification or state-specific certification as defined by CMS.
• At least five years of patient care experience in a hospital setting or related facility preferred.
• Successful completion of the organization's dialysis training program and CPR certification.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a healthcare facility with direct patient care responsibilities.
• Knowledge of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities and infection control practices.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Dental insurance coverage
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities