Dialysis Patient Care Technician (PCT)
: Job Details :

Doral Dialysis Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join our team.

Main Function:

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) is responsible for general direct care of the patients receiving hemodialysis under the direction of the Medical Directo. Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Nurse Manager, performs duties in the care and treatment of patients on maintenance dialysis. Performs in accordance with the established rules, regulations and standards of practice of the facility. Abides by all Federal, State and local regulations and laws relating to the operation of an ESRD facility.

Specific Duties:

1. Preparation of dialysis machine.

2. Priming extracorporeal circuit.

3. Obtains and records pre and post dialysis treatment data

• vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature)
• Weights
• calculate fluid removal based on estimated dry weight.

4. Reports any abnormalities of vital signs and weights to charge nurse.

5. Initialization of dialysis treatments via AVG and/or AVF under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

6. Constant observation, monitoring and documenting of blood pressure of dialysis parameters for all access types as assigned during treatment as per unit protocol.

7. Sets parameters for treatment (Calculates transmembrane pressure, BFR, pressure limits).

8. Reports any unusual presenting symptoms or untoward effects of treatment to the charge nurse.

9. Administer bolus of normal saline in response to hypotension or cramps and inform charge nurse.

10. Obtain blood samples as directed.

11. Understands and is able to operate the centrifuge machine.

12. Prepares blood samples for transportation to the laboratory.

13. Is able to operate and trouble shoot individual dialysis machines.

14. Terminates dialysis treatments via AVG and/or AVF under the supervision of a RN.

15. Capable of checking the conductivity, temperature and PH of the dialysate.

16. Capable of checking for residual Sodium Hypochlorite.

17. Capable of checking the water system for Chlorine/Chloramine.

18. Capable of checking the water system as per re-established parameters and will report any deviations to the charge nurse.

19. Demonstrate the knowledge and ability to mix and transfer Bicarbonate in the central delivery system.

20. Disinfection of Bicarbonate Tank and Hemodialysis Machine.

21. Checking the water system for chlorine/Chloramine.

22. Check the water system as per established guidelines and parameters, document on log sheet and

report any deviations to the charge nurse.

23. Ensuring the enforcement of all policies and procedures including patient's bill of rights.

24. Proper handling and storage of bio-hazardous waste and chemical.

25. Disinfection of cleaning of equipment surrounding and including patient chairs.

26. Assist with lifting, turning moving, positioning and transferring patients.

27. May perform other duties and assist in areas of the department as directed by the Nurse Manager, RN, Administrator, and Medical Director.

28. Have knowledge of emergency procedures. Able to function in an emergency situation under the director of the person in charge:

• Understand CPR protocols, and can assist during an emergency situation
• Communicate information regarding the patient's condition to the MD, RN, LPN

Minimum Qualifications: Education and Training Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Dialysis Technician Certification by a state certified program or a national commercially available certification program required per these guidelines:
• Current CPR certification required (or must be obtained within 60 days of employment).
• Previous dialysis experience preferred.
• Completed training program approved by the medical director and the governing body as required by CMS guidelines prior to operating the water treatment system required.
• Basic computer skills required.

Compensation

• Salary - starts at $25 per hour depending on experience
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Dental Insurance
• 401(k)
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Other