Patient Care Technician

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Job description

ATTENTION: Only accepting non-local / traveller candidates. Our client is not considering local candidates living within 50 miles of Philadelphia.

Title: Patient Care Technician (PCT)
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Position Type: Onsite
Purpose and Scope: As a Dialysis Patient Care Technician (PCT), you'll play a vital role in our healthcare team, providing safe and effective dialysis therapy to patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse. Your responsibilities will include setting up and operating hemodialysis machines, maintaining a clean and safe work environment, and contributing to our organization's Quality Enhancement Program (QEP).

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Care:

  • Assist with patient education regarding dialysis procedures and disease management.
  • Perform pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight checks.
  • Initiate and monitor dialysis treatments, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
  • Document patient information accurately and timely.
  • Collaborate with the healthcare team to address patient needs.

• Technical Skills:

  • Operate hemodialysis machines proficiently.
  • Perform vascular access cannulation and heparin administration.
  • Maintain a clean and sanitized work environment.

• Teamwork:

  • Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Participate in training and development programs.
  • Contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Current dialysis patient care technician certification.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in dialysis patient care.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive work environment.

Join our team and make a positive impact on the lives of patients.

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