Patient Care Technician - PCT
On-site · Alexandria, Louisiana, United States
Job Summary
Provides safe and effective dialysis therapy as part of the dialysis healthcare team under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse. Responsible for setup and operation of hemodialysis machines, ensuring a safe, clean environment, and participating in CQI activities. Duties include evaluating vascular access, cannulation, administering heparin per orders, obtaining vital signs and weights, initiating and terminating dialysis per prescribed orders, recording data on treatment sheets, reporting changes to the nurse or supervisor, adhering to infection control practices, and contributing to patient education regarding adequacy measures and disease processes (OLC/AMP/UKM). Requires completion of dialysis training and CPR certification; CMS/state certification and licensure as required by state. Emphasizes documentation accuracy, safety alarms monitoring, and participation in transition/coordination of patient care.
Required Qualifications
- High School diploma or G.E.D. 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
- Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards
- Fresenius Medical Care training program completion (implied)
Desired Qualifications
- Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred
- CPR certification
- Dialysis training program completion
- CMS-approved state and/or national certification
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