Patient Care Technician - PCT CCHT - Dialysis
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onPandarama School, 1118, North 7th Street Trafficway, Strawberry Hill, Northeast, Kansas City, Wyandotte County, Kansas, 66101, United States
About the Role
This position serves as an integral member of the dialysis healthcare team, dedicated to providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients. Working under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse, the role ensures compliance with organization policies and regulations set forth by federal, state, and corporate agencies. The core mission involves the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines while maintaining a safe, clean, and supportive working environment.
Beyond clinical duties, this role actively supports the organization's commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities. Team members play a vital part in process improvement initiatives designed to enhance patient satisfaction and help patients achieve their quality enhancement goals.
Day in the Life
Your day begins by welcoming assigned patients and inquiring about their wellbeing since their last treatment. You will evaluate vascular access for patency, perform cannulation, and administer heparin as delegated or permitted by state law. Throughout the shift, you will monitor patients' responses to dialysis therapy, manage intradialytic problems, and ensure all safety alarms are enabled.
A significant portion of your time is dedicated to precise documentation and data entry, recording vital signs, treatment parameters, and patient evaluations on Hemodialysis Treatment Sheets. You will also coordinate the care of newly admitted patients through their first four weeks of dialysis, assisting them in understanding treatment options and home dialysis products. Additionally, you will maintain environmental integrity by cleaning and disinfecting machines and equipment between treatments, ensuring strict adherence to infection control policies.
Hiring Process & Culture
Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to the organization's culture, values, and customer service standards. Continued employment is contingent upon the successful completion of the organization's dialysis training program and CPR certification. As part of the onboarding process, all employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test; however, failing this test does not automatically preclude employment, as the company will consider reasonable accommodations.
Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, national origin, age, disability, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Pandarama School, 1118, North 7th Street Trafficway, Strawberry Hill, Northeast, Kansas City, Wyandotte County, Kansas, 66101, United States
Kansas City, Kansas
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleInitiate and monitor hemodialysis treatments according to prescribed orders
- check_circleClean and disinfect dialysis machines and treatment areas between patients
- check_circleAssist in training direct patient care staff on appropriate programs
- check_circlePerform vascular access cannulation and administer heparin as delegated
- check_circleCoordinate transitional care for newly admitted dialysis patients
- check_circleConduct machine safety checks and report unusual findings to supervisors
- check_circleObtain pre and post treatment vital signs, weights, and laboratory specimens
- check_circleCalculate and program dialysis machine settings for ultrafiltration goals
- check_circleDocument patient treatment data, vital signs, and interventions accurately
Requirements
- verifiedHigh School diploma or G.E.D.
- verifiedCMS-approved state and/or national certification
- verifiedAll appropriate state licensure, education, and training
- verifiedCPR certification
- verifiedIshihara's Color Blindness test
Nice to Have
Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Hemodialysis, Vascular Access Cannulation, Urea Kinetic Modeling, Online Clearance Monitoring, Adequacy Monitoring Program, Peritoneal Dialysis, CPR Certification, Infection Control, Continuous Quality Improvement, Cqi.
Education: High School diploma or G.E.D. required.
Frequently asked questions about Patient Care Technician - PCT CCHT - Dialysis at Fresenius Medical Care
What does a Patient Care Technician - PCT CCHT - Dialysis at Fresenius Medical Care do?expand_more
A Patient Care Technician - PCT CCHT - Dialysis at Fresenius Medical Care is responsible for the following: Initiate and monitor hemodialysis treatments according to prescribed orders; Clean and disinfect dialysis machines and treatment areas between patients; Assist in training direct patient care staff on appropriate programs; and Perform vascular access cannulation and administer heparin as delegated.
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To qualify for the Patient Care Technician - PCT CCHT - Dialysis at Fresenius Medical Care position, applicants should have: High School diploma or G.E.D.; CMS-approved state and/or national certification; All appropriate state licensure, education, and training; CPR certification; and Ishihara's Color Blindness test.
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Patient Care Technician - PCT CCHT - Dialysis at Fresenius Medical Care is based in Pandarama School, 1118, North 7th Street Trafficway, Strawberry Hill, Northeast, Kansas City, Wyandotte County, Kansas, 66101, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Fresenius Medical Care has listed this Patient Care Technician - PCT CCHT - Dialysis role as on-site.
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Key skills for Patient Care Technician - PCT CCHT - Dialysis at Fresenius Medical Care include Hemodialysis; Vascular Access Cannulation; Urea Kinetic Modeling; Online Clearance Monitoring; Adequacy Monitoring Program; Peritoneal Dialysis; CPR Certification; and Infection Control.
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Educational requirements for this role: High School diploma or G.E.D. required.
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About Fresenius Medical Care
Fresenius Medical Care, a prominent entity in the Hospitals and Health Care sector, specializes in delivering essential products and services for individuals managing renal diseases. Based in Bad Homburg, Frankfurt, the company focuses on enhancing the quality of life for patients with chronic and critical illnesses through advanced medical solutions.
With decades of expertise in dialysis, Fresenius offers a comprehensive range of healthcare services and products tailored to meet diverse patient needs. Their portfolio includes both in-center and home dialysis treatments, designed to provide flexibility and personalized care. The company emphasizes innovative research and value-driven approaches to support optimal patient outcomes.
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