Patient Care Technician; CCHT

The patient care technician works under the direct supervision of the licensed professional nurse to carry out technical and patient care treatment activities. This individual performs a variety of patient care duties and operates a variety of equipment necessary in the care of dialysis patients. The PCT delivers prescribed dialysis treatment according to physician orders, nursing assessment and Pure Life Renal policy and procedure.

• Provide direct patient care for assigned patient(s).
• Perform all technical aspects of dialysis procedures for assigned patients as prescribed. Administer and monitor treatments in accordance with current treatment orders or as directed by the supervisor.
• Monitor and document dialysis treatment notes per policy in electronic medical record.
• Responsible for reporting any significant information, change in patient condition, or equipment problems.
• Assist with all emergency operational procedures.
• Initiate basic CPR measures in the event of patient cardiac and/or pulmonary arrest, and respond to emergencies.

• Proficiently operate all dialysis related equipment according to policy and procedure.
• Provide minor troubleshooting when necessary.
• Ensure a clean, safe and sanitary environment in the dialysis facility treatment area.
• Operate all emergency equipment effectively and according to policy and procedure.

• Participate in staff meetings as scheduled.
• Participate in scheduled in-service classes and continuing education.

• Other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

• Dialysis experience preferred but not required.
• Certification:
  The PCT must be certified as a hemodialysis technician by a nationally accepted certification exam within 18 months of date of hire (PLR prefers within 12 months of hire and will help you obtain this certification).
• Successfully complete CPR Certification.
• Employees must meet the necessary requirements of Ishihara’s Color Blindness test as a condition of employment.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written are required.

• Providing outstanding customer service to all external and internal customers is an expectation for the job.
• Develops and maintains effective relationships through appropriate and timely communication.

Pure Life Renal is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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