Nephrology Patient Care Technician - Flexible PRN

sanford; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

On-site work

Job summary

Sanford Health in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking a PRN Patient Care Technician to support the Nephrology team in providing compassionate kidney care in a hospital setting.

The PCT performs basic patient care tasks under supervision, handling measurements, specimen collection, and clinical assistance while ensuring patient safety and comfort. A CNA or equivalent certification is preferred and BLS is required within 60 days.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of six months' experience preferred. Experience in a clinic setting preferred.
• Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.
• Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.
• If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be registered as a Nursing Assistant (NA) through the North Dakota Department of Health within four months from the date of initial employment.

Responsibilities

• Height, weight, blood pressure, visual acuity and screening tasks.
• Prepare patient treatment areas and clean medical equipment.
• Dispose of biomedical waste per standards and policy.
• Maintain patient care areas and restock supplies as needed.
• Work patient registries and identify opportunities to improve patient care.
• Must be self-motivated, independent and able to work well with team members.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Sanford Health in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking a PRN Patient Care Technician to support the Nephrology team in providing compassionate kidney care in a hospital setting.

The PCT performs basic patient care tasks under supervision, handling measurements, specimen collection, and clinical assistance while ensuring patient safety and comfort. A CNA or equivalent certification is preferred and BLS is required within 60 days.