Dialysis Acute Care Technician — Growth & Benefits

Innovative Renal Care; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Healthcare coverage

Other benefits

Job summary

Innovative Renal Care in Louisville, KY is seeking an Acute Patient Care Technician to support dialysis treatments in acute or post-acute settings. You will work under supervision of a clinician and collaborate with the care team to protect patient rights and provide a safe, dignified environment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, state licensing where required, and ongoing certifications (BONENT/NNCC/NNCO).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required, or 4+ years of dialysis experience if allowed by state regulations.
• Completion of unit-specific training with demonstrated competency.
• Must meet state/licensing requirements.
• Experienced PCTs need current certification from BONENT, NNCC, NNCO, and/or state certification as applicable; new PCTs must certify within a reasonable timeframe.
• Previous ESRD experience preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required for experienced PCTs; new PCTs must obtain within 30 days.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, instructions, and manuals, and communicate effectively with clients and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• The Acute Patient Care Technician must demonstrate familiarity with dialysis procedures and the knowledge, skills, and judgment necessary to assume the responsibility of caring for, or supporting the care of, the dialysis patient in the acute or post-acute care setting.
• This position exercises knowledge of patient rights and ensures an atmosphere that allows for the privacy, dignity, and well-being of all patients in a safe, secure environment.
• The position works under the supervision of a physician or registered nurse experienced or trained in dialysis treatment.
• Cooperates and works together with all co-workers to plan and complete job duties with applicable supervisory direction, including exercising job-appropriate judgment.

Job description

Innovative Renal Care in Louisville, KY is seeking an Acute Patient Care Technician to support dialysis treatments in acute or post-acute settings. You will work under supervision of a clinician and collaborate with the care team to protect patient rights and provide a safe, dignified environment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, state licensing where required, and ongoing certifications (BONENT/NNCC/NNCO).