PCT - Dialysis

PCT - Dialysis

Salary: $$ 18 - $$ 29 per hour

Location: Louisville, Kentucky

Minimum Degree:

Relocation Assistance: Available

Job Description:

The Patient Care Technician will be responsible for the performance of all of the duties listed. The distribution of effort between the duties listed can be expected to vary according to the need and to individual assignments, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, Coordinator, Director of Nursing, and Unit Medical Director:

• Demonstrates applicable knowledge of policies and procedures related to the Patient Care Technician/Reuse/Supply Technician.
• Demonstrates ability to perform technical skills for the Patient Care Technician as determined by the competency assessment program.
• Demonstrates applicable knowledge of the policies and procedures of providing patient care, including the patients treatment, reuse, and water treatment facility, and emergency procedures.
• Delivers age specific care to assigned patients as prescribed, including all aspects of the hemodialysis procedure specifically trained to perform in accordance to state licensure.
• Demonstrates ability to work with any patient or staff regardless of race, gender, disease process, life-style, religious or cultural beliefs, or treatment.
• Initiates, monitors, and discontinues dialysis treatments according to established procedures.
• Develops and assimilates theoretical and technical knowledge with observations, and communication skills to detect dialysis and non- dialysis related problems.
• Utilizes knowledge to establish priorities of care, both emergency and non-emergency; administers medical treatment accordingly and documents all pertinent information.
• Recognizes and utilizes opportunities to reinforce previous education of the patient and family under the direction of an RN.
• Maintains a safe environment for self, patients, and staff by utilizing proper body mechanics, and following universal infection control precautions and cleaning procedures under OSHA regulations.
• Dialyzes isolation patients utilizing isolation precautions and prescribed procedures.
• Performs hemodialysis access care according to established procedures, under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse.
• Documents the administration of saline and heparin, under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse, as authorized by a physician and as further authorized or limited by the State Board of Nursing Practice.
• Reports any significant observations, information or change in patient condition to registered nurse, Coordinator, Director of Nursing, and physician.
• Documents clearly, completely, and accurately all pertinent information on patients manual or electronic record.
• Participates in assisting the RN in formulating nursing care plans including long and short term goals, according to established guidelines.
• Performs or assists in the performance of all emergency operational procedures, including the evacuation of patients in the event of fire and/or disaster.
• Obtains blood samples and other specimens as ordered.
• Assists in ordering supplies and maintaining supply inventory and records in an efficient and cost effective manner.
• Attaining neat, orderly, and well-stocked unit.
• Maintains competency in operations, sanitization, maintenance, and troubleshooting of all equipment used for dialysis, water treatment, and special procedures.
• Actively participates with the supervisor and Biomedical technician in the care, routine cleaning, and use of equipment.
• Picks up and delivers supplies, blood samples, records, and reports as directed by Coordinator or Director of Nursing.

Assumes Administrative Duties:

• Assists in orientation and training of new and existing staff under the direction of an RN.
• Assists in CQI projects with the health care team.
• Reports all equipment, supply problems, new or unusual incidents, information, and complaints appropriately and according to policy to Coordinator/Director of Nursing/repair personnel/biomedical support staff.
• Communicates effectively with physicians, supervisor, co-workers, patient and families.
• Maintains positive working relationships with Medical Director/Medical Staff.
• Actively participates in unit staff meetings and in-services.
• Cooperates/assists the Registered Nurse/Director of Nursing in staff scheduling, including rotation, to ensure adequate coverage.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Physical sciences education or laboratory training preferred
• Minimum 2 years dialysis experience preferred
• Reprocessing, equipment repair, and maintenance experience desirable
• Completed hemodialysis training course (theory & practice) or required state license/registration
• Valid drivers license and insurance (if travel required for company business)
• Computer knowledge desirable
• CMS certification (per 494.140(e)(4)): state or national dialysis technician certification within 18 months of hire (for new patient care technicians)

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

If you are passionate about providing high-quality patient care and thrive in a collaborative healthcare setting, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.