Patient Care Technician - Pct

Fresenius Medical Care

Bethel Park, PA, United States
On-site
Setup and operation of hemodialysis machines
Patient specific detailed education
Evaluate vascular access for patency
Fresenius Medical Care is seeking a Patient Care Technician in Bethel Park, PA, to provide essential dialysis therapy under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The role involves monitoring patients, operating dialysis machines, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations while contributing to quality improvement initiatives. ###

Job Summary

  • Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
  • Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines and assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment.
  • Supports the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking a Patient Care Technician in Bethel Park, PA, to provide essential dialysis therapy under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The role involves monitoring patients, operating dialysis machines, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations while contributing to quality improvement initiatives. ###

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • setup and operation of hemodialysis machines
  • patient specific detailed education
  • evaluate vascular access for patency
  • initiate dialysis treatment
  • monitor patients’ response to dialysis therapy
  • discontinue dialysis treatment
  • obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings
  • calculate and entry of individual patients’ dialysis machine programming
  • ensure appropriate safety alarms are enabled
  • record accurate and timely information
  • report any significant information
  • observe patient and conduct machine safety checks
  • obtain all prescribed laboratory testing
  • clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface
  • follow infection control Policies and Procedures

Nice-to-have

  • commitment to Quality Enhancement Program
  • participates in process improvement activities
  • maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics
  • assists in training of applicable direct patient care staff
  • demonstrated commitment to organization culture

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma or G.E.D. required
  • Meet Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved state and/or national certification requirements
  • All appropriate state licensure, education, and training (if any) required
  • Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility preferred
  • Successful completion of the organization dialysis training program
  • Successful completion of CPR certification

Work Rights

Not specified

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