Dialysis Patient Care Technician-PCT

Dialysis Patient Care Technician-PCT

05 Mar 2025
New York, Glens falls, 12801 Glens falls USA

Dialysis Patient Care Technician-PCT

OverviewDialysis Clinic, Inc. is recruiting top talent interested in supporting our nonprofit mission to prioritize individualized care for patients facing chronic kidney disease. Our mission states “the care of the patient is our reason for existence,” and our dedicated team embodies our sole purpose during every patient interaction. We seek motivated, compassionate individuals to provide top-notch patient care and offer paid training, competitive pay, outstanding benefits, Sundays off and a positive, mission-driven culture. Join DCI today to build relationships and gain fulfillment serving individuals in our comfortable clinical setting with a lower caregiver-to-patient ratio than other providers.The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides care to patients with end-stage renal disease, supporting clinical staff throughout the dialysis treatment process to deliver prescribed treatments. Our PCTs are an integral part of the interdisciplinary team in ensuring safe care and the highest quality outcomes for every patient.Schedule: Potential fulltime shifts vary from four 10-hour shifts or three 12-hour shifts starting at 4:30am; Sundays off; no overnight shiftsCompensation: Pay range from $17.60-$25.09 per hour, depending on healthcare experience; experience not requiredBenefits:

Paid 12-week training with preceptor

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits

Life and long-term care insurance provided at no additional expense to employee

Paid time off (PTO) including holidays

Extended Sick Bank (ESB) in addition to PTO – paid time for doctor appointments, sickness or medical leave

Retirement plans with $.50 of each contributed dollar matched for eligible employees, up to 8 percent

Education reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Among others

ResponsibilitiesWhat You Can Expect:

Actively participate in infection control, risk management and patient education activities

Guide new patients through 120-day education plan

Obtain and record patient vital signs and machine readings during treatment

Role under RN supervision

Set up and break down dialysis blood system for treatment

Insert and remove patient access needles

Monitor patients during dialysis, document changes and inform charge nurse of any concerns

Calculate patient’s weight loss to reach dry weight

Determine patient care priorities and organize work load accordingly

Maintain professional working relationship, observing patient privacy and rights

Maintain and track inventory

Perform laboratory work

QualificationsSuccessful Candidates Bring:

Excellent communication skills

Desire to collaborate with care teams

Ability to problem solve

Education/Training:

High school diploma or GED required

Previous healthcare experience preferred, but not required

CNA, EMT, medical assistant, CNT and/or phlebotomy skills desired

DCI provides a 3-month comprehensive education program, including classroom group sessions and one-on-one skills training

Dialysis experience not required, job shadow opportunities available

DCI’s Differentiator:Since opening the first clinic 50 years ago in Nashville, Tenn., our Dialysis Clinic, Inc. family has grown to be the nation’s largest nonprofit dialysis provider with more than 270 locations in 30 states, serving nearly 14,000 patients each day. DCI invests in our care teams and funds research to further kidney care and treatment options. DCI prioritizes a holistic approach and offers hemodialysis, home dialysis and peritoneal dialysis treatment options. We empower patients to live meaningful and productive lives while also delivering high quality kidney care, saving lives and reducing hospitalizations. Learn more about DCI and see if we’re hiring in a clinic near you!www.dciinc.jobsDCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.DCI is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. If you are having difficulty using the online application system or would like to request other accommodations or application methods, please contact Doug Patterson at Accommodations@dciinc.org or 615-327-3061. Once a request has been made, DCI will initiate a discussion with you about your needs and whether an accommodation can be provided. DCI is committed to providing such accommodations where possible.For more information about equal opportunity please see:https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf;https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCPEEOSupplementFinalJRFQA508c.pdf;https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/pay-transpformattedESQA508c.pdf; andhttps://www.nlrb.gov/sites/default/files/attachments/basic-page/node-3788/employeerightsposter-8-5x11.pdf.Security Roles and Responsibilities can be reviewed at:https://www.dciinc.org/security-rolesJob Location US-NY-Glens FallsPosted Date 4 hours ago (3/4/2025 6:28 PM)ID 2025-21015# of Openings 3Address 3 Broad Street PlazaCategory Patient Care

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