Acute Inpatient Patient Care Technician - PCT CCHT - Dialysis

Fresenius Medical Care; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician to join their team. The role involves providing safe dialysis treatments and ensuring high levels of patient care within a supportive environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant certification. Benefits include competitive pay, medical coverage, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) and paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Full-time paid training

Opportunities across multiple hospitals

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of related experience required.
• CCHT certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide dialysis therapy and ensure patient safety.
• Perform pre and post-treatment assessments.
• Monitor and report on patient status throughout treatments.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Vascular access cannulation

Equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Purpose and Scope:

Functions as part of the hemodialysis healthcare team to provide safe and effective dialysis therapy for assigned patients, adhering to FMCNA policies, procedures, training, and complying with regulations set by the corporation, state, and federal agencies.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Provide patient care under the direct visual supervision of a Registered Nurse (FMCNA RN) or in an adjacent treatment room. Report and document all incidents, complaints, or problems to the RN.
2. Maintain a safe and clean working environment. Support the FMCNA Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAI) activities, including patient satisfaction and process improvement initiatives.
3. Assist in meeting Total Area Productivity goals (TAP).
4. With documented competency, set up and prime equipment as directed by the Fresenius Nurse for renal therapies.
5. Greet patients, inquire about their well-being, and report any issues to the RN.
6. Evaluate vascular access for patency and report findings.
7. Obtain and report vital signs and weight pre and post-treatment.
8. Perform vascular access cannulation and report difficulties.
9. Calculate and program dialysis machine settings as prescribed.
10. Ensure safety alarms are enabled and functioning.
11. Record treatment data accurately and timely.
12. Initiate renal replacement treatments per orders, setting flow rates accordingly.
13. Collect and deliver specimens to the laboratory as per policy.
14. Monitor and intervene during intradialytic problems, reporting unusual findings.
15. Discontinue dialysis treatment following procedures, evaluate patient status, and report findings.
16. Perform pre and post-treatment assessments, including weight and vital signs.
17. Other duties as required.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Work involves desk and computer tasks, patient interaction, and facility staff collaboration.
• Travel between facilities and to meetings may be required.
• Work environment is typical of a healthcare setting with temperature control and moderate noise.
• May be exposed to infectious materials.
• Requires physical activity including standing, bending, and lifting up to 200 lbs with assistance.

Supervision: None

Education:

• High School Diploma required

Experience and Skills:

• 1–2 years of related experience
• Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) certification

Compensation varies based on location and qualifications. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and parental leave. Bonus eligibility depends on position and performance.

EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable laws.

Additional Benefits: Full-time paid training, competitive pay with an acute care differential, opportunities across multiple hospitals, comprehensive benefits including 401(k), medical, vision, and tuition reimbursement.