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National Float Pool - Dialysis Patient Care Technician - PCTU.S. Renal Care • Plano, TX
National Float Pool - Dialysis Patient Care Technician - PCT

National Float Pool - Dialysis Patient Care Technician - PCT

U.S. Renal Care • Plano, TX
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Description - External

USRC’s greatest strength in being a leader in the dialysis industry is our ability to recognize and celebrate the differences in our diverse workforce. We strongly believe in recruiting top talent and creating a diverse and inclusive work climate and culture at all levels of our organization.

The Patient Care Technician, under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse, assists with providing care and delegated activities of treatment to patients with renal failure. This position performs duties as assigned by the Charge Nurse and Registered Nurse.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  include the following. Other duties and tasks may be assigned.

GROWTH

  • Assist with clinical and operational processes to improve patient health and minimize hospitalizations and missed treatments.

OUTCOMES

  • Obtain blood samples for laboratory analysis as required to complete physician orders.
  • May reinforce patient education as needed under the direction of the Administrator or Registered Nurse.
  • Assist with program’s target goals for patient outcomes in accordance with quality patient care and Company goals.

    • OPERATIONAL READINESS

  • Knowledge of and comply with applicable health care professionals practice act requirements.
  • Perform duties at all times under the supervision of a Charge Nurse and within limitations established by and in accordance with company policy and procedures, applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
  • Use appropriate safety measures including personal protective equipment as necessary.
  • Clean, disinfect, and rinse dialysis machines in accordance with policy and procedures.
  • Prepare machines for hemodialysis treatments.
  • Verify / respond to visual and audio alarms on machines; troubleshoot machine alarms as appropriate.
  • Remove disposables and clean station after each treatment.
  • May be required to clean isolation room post treatment if applicable.
  • Be familiar with emergency equipment and all emergency operational procedures.
  • Obtain pre and post treatment weights of patients per protocols.
  • Safely initiate and terminate dialysis treatments per center protocol, and within scope of practice and as allowed by state regulations.
  • Monitor patients during dialysis treatments.
  • Mix acids and bicarbonate according to protocol.
  • Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment.
  • Stock hemodialysis carts and helps maintain supply room.
  • Complete water testing on dialysis machine at the beginning of each treatment day and as directed by the Administrator. Complete / document quality control logs throughout the day and after all treatments, as required.
  • Take vital signs per protocol during patient treatment and document on treatment record as required.
  • Regular and reliable attendance is required for the job.

    • PARTNERSHIPS

  • Report any significant information or change in patient condition to the Charge Nurse.
  • Report machine problems to Biomedical Technician and Administrator.
  • Actively promote GUEST customer service standards; develop effective relationships at all levels of the organization.

    • STAFF DEVELOPMENT / RETENTION

  • Participate in staff meetings as required. Attend in-service and continuing education offerings in compliance with company policy and procedure.
  • Assist with staff training as requested.
  • Participate in team concepts and promote a team effort; perform duties in accordance with company policies and procedures.

    • QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS :

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

    Requirements include :

  • High school graduate or equivalent.
  • CPR certification required within 90 days of hire or as required by the state.
  • Confirmation of ability to distinguish all primary colors.
  • Prefer a minimum of 3 months in dialysis healthcare or phlebotomy experience or CNA experience.
  • Must be certified under a State certification program or a national commercially available certification program as follows (see addendum for Patient Care Technician)- Certification must be obtained within 18 months of hire date as Patient Care Technician. Time employed as a Patient Care Technician prior to employment with USRC will count towards the 18-month deadline for certification, unless a gap in employment as a Patient Care Technician is more than 18 months. Certification must be maintained as current and in good standing.
  • Successful completion of USRC training program approved by the Medical Director, including demonstrated competency, within 8 weeks of hire.
  • Successful completion of USRC training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis within 8 weeks of hire.
  • Ability to travel nationally as needed; assignments may be 6 weeks or more based on needs.
  • Must be flexible to work most days / times (no set shifts).
  • Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
  • Must have basic computer skills; proficiency in all USRC clinical applications required within 90 days of hire.
  • Must be able to organize time and tasks well.

    • Renal Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Veteran.

    ADDENDUM

    PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN

    STATE SPECIFIC BOARD OF NURSING REQUIREMENTS

    California

  • Must possess current Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) certificate from California Department of Public Health (CDPH) at time of hire   OR
  • Hired at USRC location recognized by state of California as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain California state certification (CHT) within six (6) weeks of successful completion of training program.

    • Maryland

  • Must possess current Certified Nursing Assistants – Dialysis Technicians (CNA-DT) certificate from Maryland Board of Nursing OR
  • Hired at USRC location recognized by state of Maryland as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain Maryland CNA-DT certificate within three (3) months from date of hire  OR
  • Out-of-state applicant must have active BONENT certification and provide proof of initial application for CNA-DT certification.

    • New Mexico

  • Must have New Mexico dialysis technician certificate at time of hire OR
  • Hired at USRC location recognized by state of New Mexico as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain New Mexico state certification within six (6) months of successful completion of training program OR
  • New Mexico certification of hemodialysis technician is required for out of state applicant with active state or national hemodialysis certification; must obtain New Mexico state certification prior to working as a Certified Hemodialysis Technician.
  • National hemodialysis certification is not required in New Mexico.
  • Hemodialysis technician students must have a current basic life support credential prior to and while the student has contact with patients.

    • Ohio

  • Must have Ohio dialysis technician intern certificate at time of hire OR
  • Hired at USRC location recognized by state of Ohio as an approved dialysis technician training program and submit application for Ohio dialysis technician intern certificate to board no later than four (4) weeks prior to completion of the approved training program.
  • Must obtain Ohio Board of Nursing Certificate (OCDT) not less than twelve (12) months and not later than eighteen (18) months of enrolling in the USRC OCDT program.

    • Oregon

  • Must possess current Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHDT) certificate from Oregon Public Health Division at time of hire OR
  • Must obtain Oregon dialysis technician provisional certificate within three (3) weeks of successful completion of training program and obtain Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHDT) certificate from Oregon Public Health Division within eighteen (18) months. An Oregon Provisional Certification is valid for six months and can be renewed for one additional six month period.
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