Dialysis Patient Care Technician — Compassionate Patient Support

Dialysis Clinic; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12-week training

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Extended Sick Bank (ESB)

Retirement match up to 8%

Education reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Other benefits

Job summary

Dialysis Clinic, Inc. is seeking a Patient Care Technician (CCHT) to support the dialysis treatment team in a nonprofit setting. This role includes infection control, patient education, and direct patient care under RN supervision.

The position offers a four 10-hour shift schedule starting early morning, Sundays off, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, PTO, and education reimbursement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Healthcare experience preferred.
• CNA/EMT/medical assistant/CNT and/or phlebotomy skills desired.
• DCI provides a 3-month comprehensive education program, including classroom and hands-on training.
• Dialysis experience not required; job shadow opportunities available.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in infection control and patient education.
• Guide new patients through 120-day education plan.
• Record patient vital signs and machine readings.
• Work under RN supervision.
• Set up and break down dialysis blood system for treatment.
• Insert and remove patient access needles.
• Monitor patients during dialysis and inform charge nurse of concerns.
• Calculate weight loss to reach dry weight.
• Prioritize patient care and organize workload.
• Maintain patient privacy and professional relationships.
• Maintain and track inventory.
• Perform laboratory work.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA/EMT/Phlebotomy training

Job description

Dialysis Clinic, Inc. is seeking a Patient Care Technician (CCHT) to support the dialysis treatment team in a nonprofit setting. This role includes infection control, patient education, and direct patient care under RN supervision.

The position offers a four 10-hour shift schedule starting early morning, Sundays off, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, PTO, and education reimbursement.