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Description
Patient Care Technician - PCT
Fresenius Medical Care - Plantsville, CT
Job Title: Patient Care Technician - PCT
Position: Entry Level
Job Type: Full Time
Pay:
Shift: Day shift, no on-call, no overnights, and no Sundays
Work Type: On-Site
Location
Address:
City: Plantsville
State: CT
ZIP Code:
Job Responsibilities
- Provide safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Set up and operate hemodialysis machines.
- Assist in maintaining a safe and clean working environment.
- Support the organization's commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.
- Assist other healthcare team members in providing patient education regarding adequacy measures.
- Welcome assigned patients and assess their wellbeing.
- Evaluate vascular access for patency and perform cannulation.
- Obtain necessary pre and post-treatment vital signs and weight.
- Initiate dialysis treatments and evaluate intradialytic problems.
- Monitor patients' responses to dialysis therapy and document treatment details.
- Report any significant changes in patient condition to the registered nurse or supervisor.
- Perform safety checks on dialysis machines according to facility policy.
- Assist in training applicable direct patient care staff under nurse supervision.
- Document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.
- Follow organization business policies and maintain environmental integrity.
- Conduct infection control audits and educate patients and families on infection control practices.
- Liaison with staff to provide the best patient care experience.
Required Skills
Core Skills
- Ability to perform vascular access procedures
- Knowledge of dialysis treatment processes and equipment operation
- Strong communication skills for patient education
- Basic computer skills for documentation
Preferred Skills
- Previous patient care experience in a healthcare setting
- CPR certification
- Familiarity with Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) processes
Requirements
Experience: Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or related facility preferred.
Education: High School diploma or G.E.D. required.
License & Certification:
- CMS-approved state and/or national certification within required state or CMS timeline.
Schedule:
COVID-19 Requirements: Not Specified
Benefits
- 12-week paid training
- Growth and advancement opportunities
Supplemental Pay
- Not specified
Special Notes
- EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
- Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace.
Facility Details
Name: Fresenius Medical Care
Description: Leading provider of dialysis services in North America.
Specialties:
- Dialysis
- Renal care
Mission: To provide the highest quality individualized care for people with chronic kidney disease.
Job Info
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Sourcing
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No of Jobs:
1
Apply Before:
10/01/2025
Posted:
07/01/2025
