Patient Care Technician - Pct

Fresenius Medical Care

Athens, 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 machines and patient response during treatment.
  • Supports infection control practices and participates in quality enhancement and continuous improvement activities to enhance patient outcomes.

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
  • Infection control compliance
  • Patient safety and documentation
  • Heavy lifting and patient assistance

Nice-to-have

  • Patient education support
  • Continuous quality improvement participation
  • Transitional care coordination
  • Team collaboration skills
  • Effective communication
  • Environmental safety maintenance

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Not specified

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