Dialysis Care Technician (PCT) – Safe, Patient-Focused

Fresenius Medical Care; Lithonia (GA); In loco; USD 25.000 - 33.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Fresenius Medical Care in Lithonia, GA is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support the dialysis health care team under RN supervision. You will assist in setup and operation of hemodialysis machines, monitor patients, document vital signs, and participate in CQI activities to improve patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include educating patients on adequacy measures, maintaining sanitation, monitoring vascular access, and documenting treatment details.

Competenze

• High School diploma or its equivalent is required.
• Valid PCT national or state certification is required.
• CPR certification is required and maintained.

Mansioni

• Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.
• Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.
• Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and administer heparin as delegated or allowed by state law.
• Obtain pre and post-treatment vital signs and weight; perform vascular access evaluation pre-treatment.
• Initiate dialysis treatment per orders including QB and QD; monitor intradialytic problems and intervene as prescribed.
• Record accurate vital signs and treatment parameters on Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet; report changes to RN or supervisor.
• Observe patients and conduct machine safety checks; report unusual findings.
• Evaluate patients’ vascular access during treatment and document interventions.
• Obtain lab specimens and ensure proper sample handling and lab requisitions.
• Maintain environmental safety and cleanliness; prevent wastage of supplies.
• Assist in CQI activities and education programs; participate in training and onboarding of staff.
• Liaise with Clinical Managers and Education Coordinators on training schedules and processes.

Formazione

High School diploma or equivalent

PCT certification (national or state)

CPR certification

Descrizione del lavoro

Fresenius Medical Care in Lithonia, GA is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support the dialysis health care team under RN supervision. You will assist in setup and operation of hemodialysis machines, monitor patients, document vital signs, and participate in CQI activities to improve patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include educating patients on adequacy measures, maintaining sanitation, monitoring vascular access, and documenting treatment details.