Patient Care Technician - Pct

Fresenius Medical Care

New Braunfels, TX, United States
Hemodialysis machine operation
Vascular access cannulation
Patient vital signs monitoring
Functions as part of the dialysis health care team providing safe and effective dialysis therapy under the supervision of a licensed nurse

Job Summary

  • Functions as part of the dialysis health care team providing safe and effective dialysis therapy under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
  • Responsible for setup, operation, and monitoring of hemodialysis treatments including patient evaluation and documentation.
  • Supports infection control practices, participates in quality enhancement programs, and assists in transitional care for new dialysis patients.

Matching Summary

Functions as part of the dialysis health care team providing safe and effective dialysis therapy under the supervision of a licensed nurse.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Hemodialysis machine operation
  • Vascular access cannulation
  • Patient vital signs monitoring
  • Dialysis treatment initiation and discontinuation
  • Infection control compliance
  • Continuous Quality Improvement participation

Nice-to-have

  • Patient education on dialysis processes
  • Transitional care coordination
  • Team collaboration and communication
  • Supply and inventory management
  • Training of direct patient care staff

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma or G.E.D.
  • CMS-approved state and/or national certification
  • State licensure and training as required
  • Successful completion of dialysis training program
  • CPR certification
  • Previous patient care experience preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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