- Sets up, tests, and operates hemodialysis machines for patient treatments.
- Obtains and documents necessary pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight for each patient.
- Evaluates vascular access pre-treatment and performs vascular access cannulation.
- Evaluates intradialytic problems and provides intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
- Monitors patients' response to dialysis therapy.
- Evaluates patient prior to termination of venous access and discontinues dialysis treatment according to established procedures.
- Reports any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to supervisor.
- Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner.
- Collects, labels, appropriately prepares, and stores lab samples according to required laboratory specifications.
- Cleans and disinfects dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.
- Assists other healthcare members in providing patient education.
- Prepares, organizes, and efficiently uses supplies and equipment to prevent waste.
- High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
- Qualities and traits:
- Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility (preferred but not required).
- Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the Fresenius Medical Care dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.
- Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment
- Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, business unit and corporate meetings may be required.
- The work environment is characteristic of a healthcare facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
- The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional basis lift up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a 2-person assist program and "material assist" devices for the heavier items.
-
Laboratory Manager
3 days ago
Stellar Enterprises Marble Falls, TX, United States Freelance**Your Responsibilities**: · - Operation, maintenance, care, and improvement of test fields and developer test sites · - Project planning of test setups, procurement, and assembly · - Creation of test concepts, test plans, test protocols, and conducting tests · - Evaluation, pres ...
-
Patient Care Technician
6 days ago
DaVita Inc. Leander, United States2906 S Bagdad RdSte 120, Leander, Texas, , United States of America · DaVita is seeking a Patient Care Technician who is looking to give life in an outpatient dialysis center. You can make an exceptional difference in the lives of our patients and their families dealing with end- ...
-
Patient Care Technician
6 days ago
DaVita Inc. Cedar Park, United States1720 E Whitestone Blvd, Cedar Park, Texas, 78613, United States of America · DaVita is seeking a Patient Care Technician who is looking to give life in an outpatient dialysis center. You can make an exceptional difference in the lives of our patients and their families dealing wi ...
-
Patient Care Technician
3 weeks ago
Heart Hospital of Austin Cedar Park, United StatesDescription · Introduction · Are you looking for a work environment where diversity and inclusion thrive? Submit your application for our Patient Care Technician - Float Pool opening with Heart Hospital of Austin today and find out what it truly means to be a part of the HCA He ...
-
patient care technician
3 weeks ago
Community Health System Cedar Park, TX, United StatesJob Description · At Cedar Park Regional Medical Center, we foster a culture of compassion, excellence, and community. We believe in going above and beyond to deliver healthcare services to our patients and make a positive impact in the lives of our community members. As a member ...
-
Patient Care Technician Intermediate Care
2 weeks ago
St. David's North Austin Medical Center Cedar Park, United StatesDescription · Introduction · Are you looking for a work environment where diversity and inclusion thrive? Submit your application for our Patient Care Technician Intermediate Care opening with St. David's North Austin Medical Center today and find out what it truly means to be ...
-
Patient Care Technician
2 days ago
Davita, Inc. Cedar Park, United StatesDavita, Inc E Whitestone Blvd [Nursing Assistant / Health Aide] As a Patient Care Technician at Davita, Inc., you'll: Monitor patients before, during and after dialysis treatment including measuring and recording stats, patient observations, and hemodialysis machine setup; Provid ...
-
Lawn Care Technician
1 week ago
Lawn Doctor Liberty Hill, United StatesLawn Doctor - JobID: [Facilities Maintenance] As a Lawn Care Technician at Lawn Doctor, you'll: Prepare and seed lawns; Maintain the appearance of assigned equipment and vehicles; Fertilize lawns and aerate lawns; Apply other regulated pest control product to lawns, landscape bed ...
-
Patient Care Technician
2 days ago
Davita, Inc. Leander, United StatesDavita, Inc S Bagdad Rd [Nursing Assistant / Health Aide] As a Patient Care Technician at Davita, Inc., you'll: Monitor patients before, during and after dialysis treatment including measuring and recording stats, patient observations, and hemodialysis machine setup; Provide dire ...
-
Patient Care Technician
2 weeks ago
FRESENIUS MEDICAL CENTER Cedar Park, United StatesPOSITION FEATURES: · Willing to Train · PURPOSEANDSCOPE: · Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization policies, procedures, an ...
-
Patient Care Technician
1 day ago
Ascension Burnet, United StatesAscension - Seton Highland Lakes Hospital South Water St · Burnet [Nursing Assistant / Health Aide] As a Patient Care Tech at Ascension, you'll: Aid with entry and exit of patients; Assist patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living; Report findings or c ...
-
PCT-Patient Care Technician
1 day ago
Ascension Burnet, United StatesDetails · Department: Stepdown Intermediate Care · Schedule: 12-Hour Night Shift · Hospital: Seton Highland Lakes · Location: Burnet, Texas · Benefits · Paid time off (PTO) · Various health insurance options & wellness plans · Retirement benefits including employer match p ...
-
Galaxy Technologies Granite Shoals, United StatesTechnician (m/f/d) Maintenance of Production Systems · From the industry. For the industry. Our mission is based on our extensive experience in the European job market. That is why renowned and future-oriented industrial companies have been relying on the solutions of the expertu ...
-
Dental Lab Technician
1 week ago
Aspen Dental Careers Marble Falls, United States Full timeAt Aspen Dental, we put You First, offering the security and job stability that comes with working with a world-class dental service organization (DSO). Our best-in-class training program, competitive compensation, and flexible scheduling will help you thrive in your career. When ...
-
DaVita Cedar Park, United States1720 E Whitestone Blvd,Cedar Park,Texas,78613,United States of America · DaVita is seeking a Patient Care Technician who is looking to give life in an outpatient dialysis center. You can make an exceptional difference in the lives of our patients and their families dealing with ...
-
Travel Surgical Technologist
3 days ago
Supplemental Health Care Marble Falls, TX, United StatesSupplemental Health Care is seeking a travel Surgical Technologist for a travel job in Marble Falls, Texas. · Job Description & Requirements · Specialty: Surgical Technologist · Discipline: Allied Health Professional · Start Date: ASAP · Duration: 13 weeks · Employment Type: Trav ...
-
Surgical Tech OR Days
4 days ago
Baylor Scott & White Health Leander, United States Full timeBSW ROUND ROCK MEDICAL CENTER EXPANSION 2025 · Join us in an extraordinary opportunity to be at the forefront of our hospital's expansion in Round Rock, Texas. As we gear up to open our doors on January 11, 2025, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of healthcare in o ...
-
Submission for the position: Pharmacy Technician
3 weeks ago
Baylor Scott & White Healthcare Marble Falls, United StatesJOB SUMMARY · HOSPITAL EXPERIENCE A MUST - CHEMOTHERAPY A PLUS · The Pharmacy Technician 2 helps in the technical aspects of the distribution of medications and related functions, with the ability to perform tasks autonomously and to maintain a specialized area of responsibility ...
-
Surgical Technician
3 weeks ago
N2S Healthcare Staffing Solutions LLC Marble Falls, United States***** Surgical Tech (CST Labor and Delivery)***** Marble Falls, TX 78654***** Direct Hire***** 7 AM to 7 PMJob **JOB SUMMARYThe Surgical Technician 3 functions in the inter operative phase of patient care to expedite surgical procedures, under the direction and supervision of a R ...
-
Surgical Technician
3 weeks ago
N2S Healthcare Staffing Solutions LLC Marble Falls, United StatesTitle: Surgical Tech (CST Labor and Delivery) · Location: Marble Falls, TX 78654 · Duration: Direct Hire · Shift: 7 AM to 7 PM · Job Description: · JOB SUMMARY · The Surgical Technician 3 functions in the inter operative phase of patient care to expedite surgical procedures, unde ...
Patient Care Technician - Marble Falls, TX, United States - Fresenius Medical Care North America
Description
POSITION FEATURES:
Willing to Train
About this role: As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at Fresenius Medical Care, you play a vital part in supporting people who entrust us with their care, their families, and your fellow care team members. You will build deep relationships with patients when they come into our clinic.
How you grow or advance: Previous healthcare experience is not required to join us as a PCT. Passion for helping others, teamwork, and a desire to learn and grow are what you need to be successful. We will provide robust training and support as you kick off your career, and we will introduce you to career path options as you grow with us either as a PCT or venture into a new role such as Registered Nurse or a leadership role.
Our culture: We believe our employees are our most important asset - we value, care about, and support our people. We are there when you may need us most, from tuition reimbursement to support your education goals, scholarships to family members, relief when natural disasters strike, and financial support when personal hardship hits; we take care of our people.
Our focus on diversity: We have built a nurturing environment that welcomes every age, race, gender, sexual orientation, background, and cultural tradition. We have a diverse range of employee resource groups (ERGs) to encourage employees with similar interests, goals, social and cultural backgrounds, or experiences to come together for professional and personal development, discussion, activities, and peer support. Our diverse workforce and culture encourage opportunity, equity, and inclusion for all, which is a tremendous asset that sets us apart.
At Fresenius Medical Care, you will truly make a difference in the lives of people living with kidney disease.
If this sounds like the career and company you have been looking for, and you want to be a vital part of the future of healthcare, apply today.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
As a member of the nephrology healthcare team, you will provide safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
EDUCATION AND LICENSES
:
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS
:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Note that:
Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. We will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made.
_EO/AA Employer:
Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity_
Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
