Dialysis Patient Care Technician-PCT

Dialysis Clinic, Inc.; Rio Rancho (NM); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid 12-week training

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits

Life and long-term disability insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Retirement plans with matching

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Dialysis Clinic, Inc. is looking for a full-time Patient Care Technician (PCT) in Rio Rancho, NM. This role involves caring for patients with end-stage renal disease while supporting clinical staff in delivering high-quality care. The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive pay range of $17.00–$25.00 per hour, depending on experience, and benefits such as paid training.

Join DCI in making a difference by providing compassion and exceptional care to our patients!

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous healthcare experience preferred, but not required.
• CNA, EMT, medical assistant, CNT and/or phlebotomy skills desired.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in infection control and patient education activities.
• Obtain and record patient vital signs during treatment.
• Monitor patients during dialysis and document changes.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Desire to collaborate with care teams

Ability to problem solve

Education

High school diploma or GED

Previous healthcare experience preferred

CNA, EMT, medical assistant, CNT and/or phlebotomy skills

Job description

Overview

Dialysis Clinic, Inc. is recruiting top talent interested in supporting our nonprofit mission to prioritize individualized care for patients facing chronic kidney disease. Our mission states “the care of the patient is our reason for existence,” and our dedicated team embodies our sole purpose during every patient interaction. We seek motivated, compassionate individuals to provide top‑notch patient care and offer paid training, competitive pay, outstanding benefits, Sundays off and a positive, mission‑driven culture. Join DCI today to build relationships and gain fulfillment serving individuals in our comfortable clinical setting with a lower caregiver‑to‑patient ratio than other providers.

The Patient Care Technician (PCT)

Provides care to patients with end‑stage renal disease, supporting clinical staff throughout the dialysis treatment process to deliver prescribed treatments. PCTs are an integral part of the interdisciplinary team in ensuring safe care and the highest quality outcomes for every patient.

Schedule

Full‑time, three 12‑hour shifts starting at 4:45 am; Sundays off; no overnight shifts.

Compensation

Pay range from $17.00–$25.00 per hour, depending on healthcare experience; experience not required.

Benefits

• Paid 12‑week training with preceptor
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
• Life and long‑term disability insurance provided at no additional expense to employee
• Paid time off (PTO) including holidays
• Extended Sick Bank (ESB) in addition to PTO – paid time for doctor appointments, sickness or medical leave
• Retirement plans with $.50 of each contributed dollar matched for eligible employees, up to 8 percent
• Education reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• Among others

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in infection control, risk management and patient education activities
• Guide new patients through 120‑day education plan
• Obtain and record patient vital signs and machine readings during treatment
• Work under RN supervision
• Set up and break down dialysis blood system for treatment
• Insert and remove patient access needles
• Monitor patients during dialysis, document changes and inform charge nurse of any concerns
• Calculate patient’s weight loss to reach dry weight
• Determine patient care priorities and organize workload accordingly
• Maintain professional working relationship, observing patient privacy and rights
• Maintain and track inventory
• Perform laboratory work

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills
• Desire to collaborate with care teams
• Ability to problem solve

Education/Training

• High school diploma or GED required
• Previous healthcare experience preferred, but not required
• CNA, EMT, medical assistant, CNT and/or phlebotomy skills desired
• DCI provides a 3‑month comprehensive education program, including classroom group sessions and one‑on‑one skills training
• Dialysis experience not required, job shadow opportunities available

DCI’s Differentiator

Since opening the first clinic 50 years ago in Nashville, Tenn., our Dialysis Clinic, Inc. family has grown to be the nation’s largest nonprofit dialysis provider with more than 270 locations in 30 states, serving nearly 14,000 patients each day. DCI invests in our care teams and funds research to further kidney care and treatment options. DCI prioritizes a holistic approach and offers hemodialysis, home dialysis and peritoneal dialysis treatment options. We empower patients to live meaningful and productive lives while also delivering high quality kidney care, saving lives and reducing hospitalizations.

Equal Opportunity Statement

DCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.

DCI is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer‑Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

If you are having difficulty using the online application system or would like to request other accommodations or application methods, please contact Doug Patterson at [e-mail] or 615‑327‑3061. Once a request has been made, DCI will initiate a discussion with you about your needs and whether an accommodation can be provided. DCI is committed to providing such accommodations where possible.

For more information about equal opportunity please see: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf; https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf; https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/pay‑transp_formattedESQA508c.pdf; and https://www.nlrb.gov/sites/default/files/attachments/basic-page/node-3788/employeerightsposter-8-5x11.pdf.