U.S. Renal Care
Location
Streamwood, Illinois
The Patient Care Technician will provide safe, comfortable, and high-quality dialysis treatment by gathering patient statistics, initiating and monitoring treatment, and terminating treatment under RN supervision. Duties also include preparing, cleaning, and conducting safety checks on hemodialysis machines according to quality control protocols.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with a desire to work in healthcare and care for patients, and comfort mixing acids and bicarbonate per protocol. Candidates must obtain CCHT certification and successfully complete the USRC training program within 8 weeks of hire.
As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at US Renal Care, you will be an integral part of a cross-functional team providing care and delegated activities of treatment to patients. The PCT will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Charge Nurse (CN) for patients with renal failure.
Patient care. You will work directly with patients to provide safe, comfortable, and high-quality dialysis treatment. Responsibilities include gathering patient stats before and after treatment, initiating treatment, monitoring patients during treatment, terminating treatment, and collecting patient blood samples per physician orders.
Technician Duties. You will ensure quality comes first by preparing machines for hemodialysis treatments, cleaning and disinfecting machines after treatment, and conducting machine safety checks and logging results for quality control, ensuring all protocols and regulations are followed.
Safety and Quality. You will use appropriate safety measures, including personal protective equipment. Working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse, you will adhere to all company policies, procedures, and state/federal laws and regulations. You will participate in all required staff meetings and continuing education offerings.
Are you ready to make a difference?
We're here to change the lives of people with kidney disease and shape the future of kidney care. We still have much work ahead. If you desire to make a positive impact in the life of others and pursue a fulfilling career in healthcare, we invite you to join our team at U.S. Renal Care!
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