Patient Care Technician - PCT CCHT - DialysisFresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc. • Berkley, MI, United States
Patient Care Technician - PCT CCHT - Dialysis
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc. • Berkley, MI, United States
1 day ago
Job type
- Full-time
Job descriptionWelcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment. Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law. Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD). Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed. Monitor patients’ response to dialysis therapy. Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document. Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings. Evaluate the patient prior to discharge. Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients’ dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed. Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160. Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and, if applicable, progress notes. Report any significant information and / or change in patient condition directly to the registered nurse or supervisor. Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report any change or unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor. Perform and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention. Evaluate patients’ vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures, provide appropriate intervention as needed, document and report any unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor. Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for collection. Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy. Prepare, organize, and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage. Monitors patients performing self-care under the supervision of RN. Assists in training of applicable direct patient care staff on appropriate programs under the supervision of a nurse. Follows all organization business policies, procedures and systems incorporated into training, including compliance with ethical business practices Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean. Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy. Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and document where appropriate and perform all required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing including Pressure Holding (PHT). Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS) system. Complete and document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities. Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner. Review treatment sheets for completeness, ensure nursing signatures are documented, and ensure Prepare initial patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate placement in chart. Prepare / print lab requisitions for prescribed or stat Lab specimens according to laboratory destination. Collect, label, appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required laboratory specifications. Ensure collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier. Assists in collecting information for infection control audits. Supports staff and patient Adherence to infection control practices. Follows infection control Policies and Procedures Participates in and reinforces infection control education of patients and families under the direction of the CM or designee as allowed by state law. Follows all newly admitted patients through their first 4 weeks of dialysis and coordinating their transitional dialysis care Reinforces all education and care related matters as it relates to the new patient as allowed by state law Liaisons with appropriate FKC staff members to provide the best patient experience including making sure all disciplines are scheduled to see patient according to plan. Assists in assuring patient understanding or home dialysis products, benefits of home and how home dialysis can work for them. Sets and preforms a treatment on all machines used in the transitional care unit. Assist in assuring patient understanding of treatment options including demonstration of the peritoneal dialysis set-up. Assists with coordination of transition to patient’s modality choice. Assists with supply ordering and inventory for TCU The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that : Failing the Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required. The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases / materials The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and / or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to push and / or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional lift basis up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist” devices for the heavier items. High School diploma or G.E.D. required. Must meet Center for Medicaid / Medicare Services (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. Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility preferred. Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.
CHT Certification Required
PURPOSE AND SCOPE :
Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies. Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Patient Related
Education :
- Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process / access.
Treatment :
Staff Related
Education / Communication :
RECORD KEEPING :
omitted entries are completed or corrected by appropriate staff.
INFECTION CONTROL :
TRANSITIONAL CARE UNIT :
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS :
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable
accommodations can be made.
EDUCATION AND LICENSES :
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS :
EO / AA Employer : Minorities / Females / Veterans / Disability / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity
Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
EOE, disability / veterans
Create a job alert for this search
Patient Care Technician Pct • Berkley, MI, United States
Related jobs
Stability Healthcare is seeking a local contract nurse RN Endoscopy for a local contract nursing job in Silver Spring, Maryland.
Job Description & Requirements Specialty : Endoscopy Discipline : RN Du...Show more
LocumJobsOnline is working with Echo Locum Tenens | Sound Physicians to find a qualified Hospitalist NP in Allegan, Michigan, 49010!.
Hospitalist Nurse Practitioners & Physician Assistants.Ascen...Show more
Are you an experienced nurse who wants to remain clinically involved in patient care without being a bedside nurse? Are you organized, efficient, and able to manage your own work with autonomy? MDS...Show more
Job Description & Requirements.Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA).StartDate : ASAP Available Shifts : Regular 8.
10;12 Pay Rate : $206.This facility is seeking a Certified Registered Nurse A...Show more
Unlike working for agency after agency, with our travel program, you get to work for a company : .Work with 1 recruiter from start to finish and assignment to assignment.
Local and Non-local positions...Show more
Join a Leader in Home Healthcare.As a national leader in ventilators, oxygen therapy, sleep apnea treatment, wound care, diabetic solutions, and other home medical equipment, we empower patients to...Show more LocumJobsOnline is working with CompHealth to find a qualified Anesthesiology CRNA in Ypsilanti, Michigan, 48197!.We are seeking a full time or part time CRNA to join a team near the Ann Arbor area...Show more 
Hart Medical Equipment provides a full range of home care products and support services based on individual needs.We strive to conduct our patient care operation with the highest standards.We are a...Show more
We’re looking for nurses who value connection, clinical excellence, and compassion in every patient interaction.If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and grow with a dedicated tea...Show more Join our team! • Rated Newsweek's Most Loved Workplaces.Paid Dialysis Training • Tuition reimbursement • Competitive Pay & Benefits - Eligible for healthcare benefits 30 days after hire date.Genero...Show more LocumJobsOnline is working with Echo Locum Tenens | Sound Physicians to find a qualified Hospitalist NP in Adrian, Michigan, 49221!.
Hospitalist Nurse Practitioners & Physician Assistants.ProMed...Show more LocumJobsOnline is working with Echo Locum Tenens | Sound Physicians to find a qualified Hospitalist NP in Iron Mountain, Michigan, 49831!.
Hospitalist Nurse Practitioners & Physician Assistants...Show more )
Trusted Resource Associates (TRA) is seeking a local contract nurse RN Dialysis for a local contract nursing job in Detroit, Michigan.
Job Description & Requirements.TRA is Tenet's in-house nationwi...Show more LocumJobsOnline is working with GHR Healthcare to find a qualified General Practice CRNA in Detroit, Michigan, 48236!.Locum CRNA Opportunity – Detroit, MI – Weekdays Only, No Call.Join a respected ...Show more LocumJobsOnline is working with CompHealth to find a qualified Anesthesiology CRNA in Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48912!.An exceptional organization in Michigan is seeking FT CRNAs to join their team.Here...Show more 
Host Healthcare is seeking a local contract nurse RN Endoscopy for a local contract nursing job in Silver Spring, Maryland.
Job Description & Requirements Specialty : Endoscopy Discipline : RN Start D...Show more LocumJobsOnline is working with CompHealth to find a qualified Anesthesiology CRNA in Lapeer, Michigan, 48446!.For further details about this opportunity, please contact Katherine Mecias at or cal...Show more 
Temp to hire Nurse Practitioner!.Why You’ll Love Working Here : .Team Member Referral Bonus Program.Earn $500 when you bring great people to our team!.
Exempt, min 40 hours per week | Monday &nd...Show more
Local Contract Endoscopy Registered Nurse - $48 per hour
Stability Healthcare • Dearborn Heights, MI, US
Full-time
Last updated: 4 days ago • Promoted
Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Hospitalist in Allegan, MI
LocumJobsOnline • Warren, Michigan, US
Full-time
Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
MDS Nurse RN
Regency at Whitmore Lake • WHITMORE LAKE, MI, United States
Part-time
Last updated: 1 day ago • Promoted
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
HealthEcareers - Client • FLINT, MI, USA
Full-time
Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
PCT Patient Care Tech Dialysis Traveler
Vibra Travels • Detroit, MI, United States
Full-time
Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
Respiratory Therapist
Rotech Healthcare Inc. • Livonia, MI, United States
Full-time
Last updated: 23 hours ago • Promoted
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - Anesthesiology - General / Other in Ypsilanti, MI
LocumJobsOnline • Ypsilanti, MI, US
Full-time +1
Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
Respiratory Therapist
Hart Medical Equipment • Flint, MI, US
Full-time
Last updated: 1 day ago • Promoted
Infusion Nurse
ArrIVe Infusion • Brighton, MI, US
Full-time
Last updated: 19 days ago • Promoted
Patient Care Technician - PCT -Dialysis CCHT
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc. • Utica, MI, United States
Full-time
Last updated: 1 day ago • Promoted
Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Hospitalist in Adrian, MI
LocumJobsOnline • Warren, Michigan, US
Full-time
Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Hospitalist in Iron Mountain, MI
LocumJobsOnline • Detroit, Michigan, US
Full-time
Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
Local Contract Nurse RN - Dialysis - $67 per hour
Trusted Resource Associates (TRA) • Detroit, MI, US
Full-time
Last updated: 1 day ago • Promoted
Locum Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - General Practice in Detroit, MI
LocumJobsOnline • Warren, Michigan, US
Full-time +1
Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - Anesthesiology - General / Other in Ann Arbor, MI
LocumJobsOnline • Ann Arbor, MI, US
Full-time +1
Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
Local Contract Endoscopy Registered Nurse - $43-47 per hour
Host Healthcare • Dearborn Heights, MI, US
Full-time
Last updated: 16 days ago • Promoted
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - Anesthesiology - General / Other in Lapeer, MI
LocumJobsOnline • Lapeer, MI, US
Full-time +2
Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
Temp to Hire : Nurse Practitioner
Brio Living Services • Ypsilanti, MI, US
Full-time
Last updated: 2 days ago • Promoted