Dialysis Patient Care Technician-PCT Position Available In DeKalb, Georgia

Job Description:

Overview Dialysis Clinic, Inc. is recruiting top talentinterested in supporting our nonprofit mission to prioritizeindividualized care for patients facing chronic kidney disease. Ourmission states “the care of the patient is our reason forexistence,” and our dedicated team embodies our sole purpose duringevery patient interaction. We seek motivated, compassionateindividuals to provide top-notch patient care and offer paidtraining, competitive pay, outstanding benefits, Sundays off and apositive, mission-driven culture. Join DCI today to buildrelationships and gain fulfillment serving individuals in ourcomfortable clinical setting with a lower caregiver-to-patientratio than other providers. The Patient Care Technician (PCT)provides care to patients with end-stage renal disease, supportingclinical staff throughout the dialysis treatment process to deliverprescribed treatments. Our PCTs are an integral part of theinterdisciplinary team in ensuring safe care and the highestquality outcomes for every patient.

Schedule:

Full-time, four10-hour shifts starting at 5am; Sundays off; no overnight shifts

Compensation:

Pay range from $15-$18 per hour, depending onhealthcare experience; experience not required

Benefits:

Paid12-week training with preceptor Comprehensive medical, dental andvision benefits Life and long-term disability insurance provided atno additional expense to employee Paid time off (PTO) includingholidays Extended Sick Bank (ESB) in addition to PTO – paid timefor doctor appointments, sickness or medical leave Retirement planswith $.50 of each contributed dollar matched for eligibleemployees, up to 8 percent Education reimbursement Employeeassistance program Wellness program Among others

ResponsibilitiesWhat You Can Expect:

Actively participate in infection control,risk management and patient education activities Guide new patientsthrough 120-day education plan Obtain and record patient vitalsigns and machine readings during treatment Role under RNsupervision Set up and break down dialysis blood system fortreatment Insert and remove patient access needles Monitor patientsduring dialysis, document changes and inform charge nurse of anyconcerns Calculate patient’s weight loss to reach dry weightDetermine patient care priorities and organize work loadaccordingly Maintain professional working relationship, observingpatient privacy and rights Maintain and track inventory Performlaboratory work