Patient Care Technician

Total Renal Care; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Family support

Career development programs

Job summary

DaVita in Owensboro, KY is hiring a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support patients with end-stage renal disease in an outpatient dialysis clinic. As a PCT, you will provide direct, hands-on care under RN supervision, helping patients through life-sustaining dialysis treatment.

Responsibilities include delivering safe care, monitoring patients, setting up equipment, recording vital signs, and educating patients on treatment and kidney health.

Qualifications

• GED or equivalent required.
• Comfortable around blood, needles and medical equipment.
• Physically able to stand for long shifts.
• Willing to float between local clinics as needed.
• Flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Preferred: CNA, MA, CHT, phlebotomy certification or healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, hygienic and compassionate dialysis care.
• Monitor patients before, during and after treatment.
• Set up and maintain dialysis equipment.
• Record vital signs and patient data.
• Educate patients on treatment and kidney health.
• Collaborate with nurses, dietitians, social workers and the care team.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Flexibility

Education

GED or equivalent

Tools

Dialysis equipment

Vital signs monitoring

Job description

Posting Date 11/04/2026

1930 E PARRISH AVE, OWENSBORO, Kentucky, 42303-1443, United States of America

DaVita is hiring a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support patients with end‑stage renal disease in an outpatient dialysis clinic. As a PCT, you'll provide direct, hands‑on care under RN supervision, helping patients through life‑sustaining dialysis treatment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, hygienic, and compassionate dialysis care
• Monitor patients before, during, and after treatment
• Set up and maintain dialysis equipment
• Record vital signs and patient data
• Educate patients on treatment and kidney health
• Collaborate with nurses, dietitians, social workers, and other care team members

Requirements

• Accredited High School diploma, general education development ("GED") credential, or equivalent
• Comfortable around blood, needles, and medical equipment
• Physically able to work long shifts on your feet
• Willing to float between local clinics if needed
• Flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Preferred: CNA, MA, CHT, phlebotomy certification, or healthcare experience

What We Offer

• Paid training with ongoing education and career paths
• Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off
• Family support: backup child/elder care, Headspace, EAP, parental leave
• Career development Programs: Clinical Ladders, Bridge to Your Dreams RN program

This position will be open for a minimum of three days.

For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRates

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits

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