Patient Care Technician - Juneau, United States - Reifenstein Dialysis

Description

We are seeking an energetic, dedicated person to fill a Patient Care Technician position at our
dialysis clinic in Juneau, Alaska.

The primary responsibilities of this position are:

Cares for and monitors patients before, during, and post dialysis treatment.
Prepares dialysis machine and its components for treatment.
Transports patients, records patient's weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse rate and respiration rate.
Explains dialysis procedure and operation of hemodialysis machine to patient before treatment to allay anxieties.
Inspects and cleans area of access (fistula, graft, or catheter)
Inspects equipment settings, including pressures, conductivity (proportion of chemicals to water), and temperature to ensure conformance to safety standards.
Starts patient treatment according to physician order.
Monitors patient for adverse reaction and hemodialysis machine for malfunction.
Assists in inventory and supply stocking in the dialysis clinic.

*Please note that this is not an all-inclusive list of the responsibilities of the position.


Qualifications/Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent – evidence of such is required pre-employment.
Minimum of 3 months of dialysis, phlebotomy, or CNA/PCA experience preferred.
CPR certification required within 90 days of hire.
Ability to distinguish primary colors - as demonstrated by passing the Ishihara Color Vision Test.
Successful completion of our dialysis training program, including demonstrated competency, within 12 weeks of hire.
Must meet Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved national certification requirements within the CMS timeline. Certification must be maintained as current and in good standing.
Must be flexible to work most days/times (no set shifts).
Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
Must have basic computer skills; proficiency in all clinical applications is required within 90 days of hire.
Must be able to organize time and tasks well.
Required use of problem solving, analytical and effective communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
Must have interpersonal skills necessary to work with patients, staff, and all other individuals as required.
Ability to multi-task in an efficient, professional, and calm manner.


Physical Job Requirements:
Frequent long periods of standing, bending, stooping, walking, sitting
The ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities
Valid Driver's License


What we can offer:
Competitive compensation plans.
Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans, generous paid-time off and a 401k Retirement Plan with a
company match

Liberty Administrative Services, LLC provides an inclusive and safe environment for all applicants and employees.

Liberty Administrative Services, LLC treats all individuals equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex (gender identity, gender expression, transgender), sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, parenthood, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, disability, military status, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other impermissible factor according to applicable law.

For applicants in need of assistance or special accommodations for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an email to to let us know the nature of your request.

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