Patient Care Technician

Healthcare

PatientCareTechnician-PCT

$51–73k ~AI est. Chesapeake, Virginia, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Patient Care Technician - PCT at Patient Care Technician. Skills: Patient care, Dialysis therapy, Machine operation. Provide dialysis therapy. Operate hemodialysis machines”

What You'll Achieve.

Enhance patient satisfaction; Achieve Quality Enhancement Goals

Industry & Context.

Healthcare
Problems you'll solve

Process improvement

Eligibility Requirements

Color Blindness test, Heavy lifting, Moving of patients, Assisting with ambulation, Frequent standing, Bending over, Pushing equipment, Pulling equipment, Lifting solutions, Lowering solutions

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

High School diploma or equivalent, Valid PCT national certification, State specific certification, Appropriate state licensure, Attendance at preceptor training, Attendance at skill-based training

Nice to Have

Five years patient care experience, Hospital setting experience, Related facility experience

What You'll Do.

Provide dialysis therapy

Operate hemodialysis machines

Maintain safe environment

Participate in process improvement

Welcome assigned patients

Evaluate vascular access

Perform vascular access cannulation

Initiate dialysis treatment

Evaluate intradialytic problems

Monitor patients' response

Discontinue dialysis treatment

Apply appropriate dressings

Evaluate patient prior to discharge

Record treatment parameters

Ensure safety alarms enabled

Document patient treatment information

Report significant information

Report change in patient condition

Conduct machine safety checks

Perform intervention for unusual status

Document patients' response

Evaluate patients’ vascular access

Report unusual findings

Obtain prescribed laboratory testing

Prepare specimens for collection

Prepare supplies and equipment

Monitor patients performing self-care

Assist patients in performing self-care

Participate in recruitment process

Assist with clinical orientation

Assist with on-going training

Function as a preceptor

Deliver competency evaluations

Maintain competency audits

Collaborate on quality standards

Educate on regulatory requirements

Assist in training staff

Provide developmental support

Educate on water systems integrity

Educate on environmental integrity

Ensure communication process

Participate in implementing educational programs

Design educational programs

Collaborate on training programs

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Health care team; IDT staff; Clinical Managers; Education Coordinators

Full Job Description

_**PURPOSE AND SCOPE:**_ Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies. Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP). _**PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:**_ Patient Related **Education:** • Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access. Treatment: • Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment. • Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law. • Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment • Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD). • Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed. • Monitor patients’ response to dialysis therapy. • Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document. • Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate pat

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