Patient Care Tech - In Center

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Full Time Elgin, IL, US

30+ days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $17.00 To $27.00 Hourly

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

Supports the mission, core values, and commitment to outstanding patient care at Home Dialysis Services & Dialysis Care Center, LLC (HDS/DCC).

Ensures full compliance with all HDS/DCC policies and procedures and regulatory requirements at the state and federal level.

The In Center Hemodialysis Patient Care Technician (PCT) delivers safe, high-quality hemodialysis care to patients under the supervision of the RN, helping to enhance patient outcomes and overall treatment experience.

PRIMARY DUTIES /

ACTIVITIES:

• Entering prescribed treatment into dialysis machine, setting up dialysis machines, dismantling dialysis machine after treatment is completed, performing chemical disinfection of dialysis machines and recording.
• Observing dialysis machines and RO water system for correct functioning, responding to visual and audible alarms and making appropriate adjustments throughout the dialysis treatment to ensure patient safety.
• Monitoring vital signs during treatment and taking patient vitals pro and post dialysis; blood pressure, temperature, weight and documenting it on the Hemodialysis Treatment Record
• Perform vascular access evaluation pre-treatment and report unusual findings to RN immediately
• Perform cannulation of patient’s vascular access or performing catheter care, as allowed by state law.
• Obtain homeostasis and apply appropriate dressings.
• Adheres to all facility policies, procedures, and protocols, participates in all required staff meetings.
• Collects patient data, monitor and document status of vascular accesses, and patient observations.
• Reviews lab work, collecting or obtaining blood samples and blood culture specimens and prepares package for shipping.
• Immediately reports abnormal findings or change in status to assigned RN for further evaluation.
• Communicates all emergencies, patient life-threatening complications, and related situations to the attention of the RN for further instruction.
• Maintains compliance with safety and infection preventative measures, ensuring patient safety.
• Reinforces education with patients and family members on all aspects of End Stage Renal Disease.
• Assists in the management of inventory supplies.
• Other duties, as assigned.

CUSTOMER SERVICE:

• Responsible for supporting the values and customer service standards of HDS/DCC.
• Accountable for outstanding customer service to all staff, clients and vendors
• Develops and maintains effective relationships through effective and timely communication.
• Initiates action to respond, resolve and follow up regarding customer service issues with all customers in a timely manner.

EDUCATION/

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or GED required
• Current CCHT, Bonent or state-required certification
• Current CPR certification

EXPERIENCE:

• Must be PC proficient and able to thrive in a fast-paced setting; experience in Microsoft Office Suite:
  Outlook, Word and Excel a must
• Must be productive & resourceful with the ability to meet deadlines

OTHER

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1 or more years’ experience as a certified Patient Care Technician preferred
• Must be a self-starter who can work independently yet function in a highly collaborative, fast-paced team environment.
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines effectively
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong data entry, organizational and interpersonal skills
• High integrity, team player with patient service focus and flexibility

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands and work environment…