Healthcare Support Specialist

1 week ago

Walla Walla, Washington, United States FRESENIUS MEDICAL CENTER Full time

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Comprehensive training provided with compensation
  • Full benefits package available after 30 days of employment
  • 401K plan with employer matching

Role Overview: As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at Fresenius Medical Care, you will play a crucial role in delivering care to individuals who rely on our services, their families, and your fellow healthcare professionals. You will foster meaningful connections with patients visiting our facility.

Career Advancement: No prior healthcare experience is necessary to start your journey as a PCT. A genuine passion for assisting others, a collaborative spirit, and a willingness to learn are essential for success. We offer extensive training and support to help you embark on your career, with opportunities to explore various career paths, including progression to a Registered Nurse or leadership positions.

Our Commitment to Culture: We recognize that our employees are our greatest asset — we prioritize, value, and support our workforce. We stand by our team during challenging times, offering tuition reimbursement for educational pursuits, scholarships for family members, and financial assistance during personal hardships.

Diversity and Inclusion: We have cultivated an inclusive environment that embraces individuals of all ages, races, genders, sexual orientations, backgrounds, and cultural traditions. Our diverse employee resource groups (ERGs) foster connections among employees with shared interests and experiences, promoting professional and personal growth, discussions, activities, and peer support. Our commitment to diversity enhances opportunity, equity, and inclusion for all, setting us apart in the industry.

Impact on Patient Lives: At Fresenius Medical Care, you will make a significant difference in the lives of individuals living with kidney disease. If you are seeking a fulfilling career in healthcare, we invite you to consider this opportunity.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

As part of the nephrology healthcare team, you will ensure safe and effective dialysis treatment for patients under the supervision of a licensed nurse.


• Prepare, test, and operate hemodialysis machines for patient care.


• Record and document essential pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight for each patient.


• Assess vascular access prior to treatment and perform necessary cannulation.


• Identify and address intradialytic issues as directed by physician orders.


• Monitor patients' responses to dialysis therapy.


• Evaluate patients before terminating venous access and discontinue treatment following established protocols.


• Communicate any significant changes in patient condition to the supervisor.


• Accurately enter all treatment data into the designated clinical application in a timely manner.


• Collect, label, and prepare lab samples according to laboratory standards.


• Maintain cleanliness and disinfect dialysis machines, chairs, and surrounding areas between treatments in accordance with facility policies.


• Assist healthcare team members in providing patient education.


• Organize and utilize supplies and equipment efficiently to minimize waste.

EDUCATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:


• High school diploma or G.E.D. is required.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:


• Desired qualities: dependable, compassionate, supportive, collaborative, and reliable.


• Previous experience in patient care within a hospital or similar setting is preferred but not mandatory.


• Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of the Fresenius Medical Care dialysis training program and CPR certification.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee may encounter while performing essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.


• Employees must complete the Ishihara Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that failing this test does not automatically disqualify candidates; reasonable accommodations will be considered.


• Daily responsibilities include desk work, personal computer use, and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The role may require travel between assigned facilities and various community locations.


• The work environment is typical of a healthcare facility, featuring controlled air temperature and moderate noise levels. Employees may be exposed to infectious and contagious materials.


• The position involves direct patient care, which may require heavy lifting and assisting with patient mobility. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. Frequent standing, bending, and the ability to lift and lower solutions weighing up to 30 lbs. are required, with occasional lifting of up to 40 lbs.


The compensation for this position will vary based on the successful candidate's qualifications, including education, work experience, skills, and competencies.

Hourly Rate: $23.73

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