Dialysis Patient Care Technician

U.S. Renal Care, Inc.; Hyattsville (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Patient Care Technician, where you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality dialysis treatment to patients in need. You will work under the supervision of experienced nurses, ensuring patient safety and comfort while adhering to strict protocols. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patients' lives while being part of a dedicated team focused on excellence in care. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to contribute to a meaningful cause, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must possess current CNA-DT certificate from Maryland Board of Nursing.
• Out-of-state applicants must have active BONENT certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, comfortable, and high-quality dialysis treatment.
• Prepare machines for hemodialysis treatments and conduct safety checks.

Skills

Patient Care

Dialysis Treatment

Safety Protocols

Quality Control

Education

Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT)

CNA-DT certificate

Job description

How you will change lives

As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at US Renal Care, you will be an integral part of a cross-functional team providing care and delegated activities of treatment to patients. The PCT will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Charge Nurse (CN) for patients with renal failure.

What you'll be doing

1. Patient care: You will work directly with patients to provide safe, comfortable, and high-quality dialysis treatment. Responsibilities include gathering patient stats before and after treatment, initiating treatment, monitoring patients during treatment, terminating treatment, and collecting patient blood samples per physician orders.
2. Technician Duties: You will ensure quality by preparing machines for hemodialysis treatments, cleaning and disinfecting machines after treatment, and conducting safety checks and logging results for quality control, following all protocols and regulations.
3. Safety and Quality: Use appropriate safety measures, including personal protective equipment. Working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse, adhere to all company policies, procedures, and state/federal laws. Participate in staff meetings and continuing education.

STATE SPECIFIC BOARD OF NURSING REQUIREMENTS

California

• Must possess current Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) certificate from California Department of Public Health (CDPH) at hire OR
• Hired at USRC location recognized by California as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain California state certification (CHT) within six weeks of training completion.

Maryland

• Must possess current CNA-DT certificate from Maryland Board of Nursing OR
• Hired at USRC location recognized by Maryland as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain Maryland CNA-DT certificate within three months of hire OR
• Out-of-state applicants must have active BONENT certification and proof of initial application for CNA-DT certification.

New Mexico

• Must have New Mexico dialysis technician certificate at hire OR
• Hired at USRC location recognized by New Mexico as an approved training program and obtain New Mexico certification within six months of training completion OR
• Out-of-state applicants with active state or national certification must obtain New Mexico certification before working as a Certified Hemodialysis Technician.
• After January 1, 2024, initial applications for certification require a national hemodialysis technician certificate, with proof required.
• Hemodialysis technician students must have a current BLS credential during contact with patients.

OHIO

• Must have Ohio dialysis technician intern certificate at hire OR
• Hired at Ohio-recognized training program and apply for Ohio dialysis technician intern certificate within four weeks of training completion.
• Obtain Ohio Board of Nursing Certificate (OCDT) within 12-18 months of enrolling in the program.

OREGON

• Must possess current CHDT certificate from Oregon at hire OR
• Obtain Oregon provisional certificate within three weeks of training completion and the full CHDT certificate within 18 months. The provisional is valid for six months, renewable once.