Patient Care Technician - PCT

Fresenius Medical Care; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care is seeking a Patient Care Technician - PCT to join their dialysis healthcare team. This role includes operating hemodialysis machines, providing patient education, and ensuring safety throughout treatments. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with prior patient care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid state licensure and certification as required.
• Previous patient care experience preferred; CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing patient education on adequacy measures and disease process.
• Evaluate vascular access and perform cannulation.
• Monitor patient condition and document interventions.
• Prepare laboratory specimens and support infection control.

Skills

Patient education

Monitoring patient condition

Infection control practices

Training healthcare staff

Education

High School diploma or G.E.D.

Certification as required

Job description

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Purpose and Scope:

Functions as part of the dialysis healthcare team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Responsible for setting up and operating hemodialysis machines, maintaining a safe environment, and supporting quality improvement activities to meet organizational goals.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Patient Related:

• Assist in providing patient education on adequacy measures, disease process, and access.
• Evaluate vascular access, perform cannulation, administer heparin as delegated, and monitor patient response.
• Record vital signs, weight, and treatment parameters.
• Initiate and discontinue dialysis treatments following prescribed orders and procedures.
• Monitor patient condition, respond to intradialytic problems, and document interventions.
• Ensure safety alarms are active and perform safety checks.
• Prepare laboratory specimens and ensure proper infection control procedures.

Staff Related:

• Assist in training other healthcare staff on dialysis procedures.

Education/Communication:

• Follow organizational policies, maintain a clean environment, and document treatment data accurately.

Record Keeping:

• Participate in CQI activities, document treatment data, and prepare patient charts and lab requisitions.

Infection Control:

• Support infection control practices and participate in audits and education.

Transitional Care Unit:

• Assist newly admitted patients, coordinate their care, and educate on home dialysis options.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

Includes lifting, standing, bending, and working in a healthcare environment with exposure to infectious materials. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as needed.

Education and Licenses:

• High School diploma or G.E.D., valid state licensure, and certification as required.

Experience and Skills:

• Previous patient care experience preferred; completion of dialysis training and CPR certification required.

EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. Maintains a drug-free workplace. EOE, disability/veterans.