Patient Care Technician - PCT
On-site · Westlake, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Patient Care Technician (PCT) in the dialysis health care team responsible for safe and effective hemodialysis therapy under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse. Duties include setup and operation of dialysis machines, assessing vascular access, performing cannulation, administering heparin as allowed, obtaining pre/post-treatment vital signs and weights, initiating treatment per orders, monitoring patient responses, documenting treatment data, ensuring safety and infection-control practices, and participating in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities to support Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP). Additional responsibilities include patient education on adequacy measures, contribution to transitional care, training of direct care staff, preparation of charts and lab specimens, and adherence to facility policies and regulatory requirements. Education, licenses, and training in accordance with CMS/state requirements are required, with a travel/availability for multiple facilities as described; two-person assist and equipment-handling support are in place.
Required Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED required
- CMS-approved state and/or national certification requirements within the required state or CMS timeline
- All appropriate state licensure, education, and training (if any) required
- CPR certification
- Fresenius Medical Care dialysis training program completion or equivalent training
- Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or related facility preferred
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