Patient Care Technician - PCT

Fresenius Medical Care - Fitchburg, WI

Job Title: Patient Care Technician - PCT

Position: Dialysis Care Technician

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City: Fitchburg

State: WI

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Provide safe and effective dialysis therapy under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
Set up and operate hemodialysis machines.
Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment.
Support organization commitment to Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.
Assist healthcare team in providing patient-specific education on adequacy measures such as Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC) and Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM).
Welcome assigned patients and assess their wellbeing since the last treatment.
Evaluate vascular access and perform cannulation as allowed by state law.
Obtain pre and post treatment vital signs and evaluate vascular access.
Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders and monitor patients' responses.
Document procedures and significant information regarding patient conditions.
Perform hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings post-treatment.
Train direct patient care staff under the supervision of a nurse.
Complete CQI activities and ensure documentation is accurate and timely.
Ensure adherence to infection control practices.

Experience: Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Education: High School diploma or G.E.D. required.

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COVID-19 Requirements: Not Specified

Fresenius Medical Care North America is an EO/AA Employer, which includes minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
Maintains a drug-free workplace.