About the Role
The patient care technician works under the direct supervision of the licensed professional nurse to carry out technical and patient care treatment activities. This individual performs a variety of patient care duties and operates a variety of equipment necessary in the care of dialysis patients. The PCT delivers prescribed dialysis treatment according to physician orders, nursing assessment and Pure Life Renal policy and procedure.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care for assigned patient(s).
- Perform all technical aspects of dialysis procedures for assigned patients as prescribed.
- Administer and monitor treatments in accordance with current treatment orders or as directed by the supervisor.
- Monitor and document dialysis treatment notes per policy in electronic medical record.
- Responsible for reporting any significant information, change in patient condition, or equipment problems.
- Assist with all emergency operational procedures.
- Initiate basic CPR measures in the event of patient cardiac and/or pulmonary arrest, and respond to emergencies.
- Proficiently operate all dialysis related equipment according to policy and procedure.
- Provide minor troubleshooting when necessary.
- Ensure a clean, safe and sanitary environment in the dialysis facility treatment area.
- Operate all emergency equipment effectively and according to policy and procedure.
- Participate in staff meetings as scheduled.
- Participate in scheduled in-service classes and continuing education.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Providing outstanding customer service to all external and internal customers is an expectation for the job.
- Develops and maintains effective relationships through appropriate and timely communication.
Requirements
- The PCT must be certified as a hemodialysis technician by a nationally accepted certification exam within 18 months of date of hire.
- Successfully complete CPR Certification.
- Employees must meet the necessary requirements of Ishihara’s Color Blindness test as a condition of employment.
Skills
- Good communication skills, both verbal and written are required.
- Dialysis experience preferred but not required.
Education Level
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
About the Company
- Pure Life Renal is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
Equal Opportunity
- Pure Life Renal is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
