Patient Care Technician - PCT at Fresenius Medical Care

Lebanon, Indiana, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

No previous dialysis experience needed (extensive on-the-job training provided)
Ability to work full-time, 8-12-hour shifts, 3-4 days/week, including rotating Saturdays
Compliance with organization policies, procedures, training, and state/federal regulations
Ability to function under direct supervision of a licensed nurse

Responsibilities

Assist in patient education on adequacy measures (e.g., OLC, AMP, UKM) and disease process/access
Welcome patients, inquire about wellbeing, and evaluate vascular access for patency
Perform vascular access cannulation and administer heparin as delegated or allowed by state law
Obtain pre- and post-treatment vital signs, weight, and vascular access evaluations
Initiate, monitor, and discontinue dialysis treatments per prescribed orders (including QB, QD, UF goal, treatment time, UF modeling)
Evaluate intradialytic problems, intervene as prescribed, and monitor patient response
Ensure safety alarms are enabled (e.g., Narrow Venous Limits at 160)
Record accurate vital signs, treatment parameters, and documentation on Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and progress notes
Report significant patient information/changes or unusual findings to registered nurse or supervisor
Perform and document machine safety checks and interventions for unusual patient status
Monitor vascular access during treatment (arterial/venous pressures) and provide interventions
Obtain prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens
Clean blood spills immediately with appropriate disinfectant
Ensure hemostasis and apply dressings post-treatment
Evaluate patients prior to discharge
Setup and operate hemodialysis machines
Assist in maintaining a safe and clean working environment
Support Quality Enhancement Program (QEP), CQI activities, patient satisfaction, and process improvements

Skills

Hemodialysis

Dialysis Machine Operation

Vascular Access Cannulation

Heparin Administration

Vital Signs Monitoring

Patient Care

Patient Education

Online Clearance Monitoring

Urea Kinetic Modeling

Fresenius Medical Care

Provides dialysis and renal healthcare services

About Fresenius Medical Care

Fresenius Medical Care North America focuses on delivering high-quality healthcare services to individuals with kidney and other chronic conditions. The company operates a vast network of dialysis centers and outpatient labs for cardiac and vascular care, ensuring coordinated treatment for many patients across the continent. It stands out as the largest fully integrated renal company, providing not only dialysis services but also specialty pharmacy and laboratory services. Additionally, Fresenius manufactures and distributes a wide range of dialysis equipment, disposable products, and renal pharmaceuticals. The goal of Fresenius Medical Care is to enhance the quality of life for patients with chronic illnesses by providing comprehensive and accessible healthcare solutions.

Waltham, MassachusettsHeadquarters

1996Year Founded

$39.1MTotal Funding

LATE_VCCompany Stage

Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries

11-50Employees