Patient Care Technician - PCT - Dialysis Preceptor at Fresenius Medical Care

Valley Cottage, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Healthcare, DialysisIndustries

Requirements

CCHT certification
Dialysis experience

Responsibilities

Participate in recruitment of new clinical staff
Assist with clinical orientation and ongoing training of direct patient care personnel and facility staff
Function as preceptor in direct patient care training programs
Deliver and maintain competency evaluations/audits for other PCTs
Collaborate with Clinical Manager and Education Coordinator on quality standards, ESRD regulations, and Continuous Quality Improvement
Assist in training direct patient care staff on programs
Provide coaching and developmental support to clinical and facility staff
Partner with RN and IDT staff to educate on facility water systems integrity and safety
Partner with RN and IDT staff to educate on environmental integrity, patient, and staff safety
Ensure strong communication on training and organizational development programs
Participate in implementing and designing educational programs for PCT staff
Collaborate on scheduling and implementation of training programs
Monitor patient care processes through CQI activities
Incorporate FMS business policies, procedures, and systems into training, including ethical practices
Assist in providing patient education on adequacy measures (OLC, AMP, UKM) and disease process/access
Welcome patients and inquire about wellbeing
Evaluate vascular access for patency
Obtain pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight
Perform vascular access evaluation and cannulation pre-treatment
Administer Heparin as delegated or allowed by state law
Initiate dialysis treatment per prescribed orders (QB, QD)
Evaluate and intervene in intradialytic problems per physician orders
Monitor patients' response to dialysis therapy
Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion and perform relevant procedures
Setup and operate hemodialysis machines
Assist in maintaining a safe and clean working environment
Support Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI activities for patient satisfaction and quality goals

Skills

CCHT

Hemodialysis

Dialysis Therapy

Patient Care

Hemodialysis Machines

Clinical Training

Precepting

CQI

QEP

ESRD

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