Renal Care Patient Support Specialist

2 weeks ago

Columbus, Ohio, United States Dialysis Clinic Inc Full time

Overview

At Dialysis Clinic, Inc., we are dedicated to attracting exceptional individuals who are passionate about providing personalized care for patients dealing with chronic kidney disease. Our guiding principle is that "the care of the patient is our reason for existence," and our committed team exemplifies this mission in every interaction with patients. We are looking for enthusiastic and empathetic individuals to deliver high-quality patient care while benefiting from paid training, competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a supportive, mission-oriented environment.

Role of the Patient Care Technician

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) plays a crucial role in caring for patients with end-stage renal disease, assisting clinical staff throughout the dialysis treatment process to ensure that prescribed therapies are administered effectively. Our PCTs are vital members of the interdisciplinary team, focused on delivering safe and high-quality care to every patient.

Work Schedule: Full-time, consisting of four 10-hour shifts starting at 5:30 AM; Sundays off; no overnight shifts.

Compensation: Hourly pay ranges from $15 to $22, based on healthcare experience; prior experience is not mandatory.

Benefits Include:

  • Paid 12-week training program with a mentor
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Life and long-term care insurance at no extra cost to employees
  • Paid time off (PTO), including holidays
  • Extended Sick Bank (ESB) for medical appointments, illness, or medical leave
  • Retirement plans with a $.50 match for each dollar contributed, up to 8 percent for eligible employees
  • Educational reimbursement opportunities
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Wellness initiatives
  • Additional benefits

Key Responsibilities

What to Expect:

  • Engage in infection control, risk management, and patient education activities
  • Assist new patients in navigating a 120-day educational program
  • Record patient vital signs and machine readings during treatments
  • Operate under the supervision of registered nurses
  • Prepare and dismantle dialysis blood systems for treatments
  • Insert and remove patient access needles
  • Monitor patients during dialysis, document changes, and communicate concerns to the charge nurse
  • Calculate weight loss to achieve dry weight
  • Prioritize patient care needs and organize workload accordingly
  • Maintain professional relationships while respecting patient privacy and rights
  • Manage and track inventory
  • Conduct laboratory work as needed

Qualifications

Ideal Candidates Will Have:

  • Strong communication skills
  • A collaborative spirit to work with care teams
  • Problem-solving abilities

Education and Training:

  • High school diploma or GED is required
  • Previous healthcare experience is preferred but not essential
  • Skills in CNA, EMT, medical assisting, CNT, and/or phlebotomy are advantageous
  • A comprehensive 3-month education program is provided, including classroom instruction and one-on-one skills training
  • No prior dialysis experience is necessary; job shadowing opportunities are available

DCI's Commitment:

Since its inception 50 years ago in Nashville, Tennessee, Dialysis Clinic, Inc. has grown to become the largest nonprofit dialysis provider in the nation, with over 270 locations across 30 states, serving nearly 14,000 patients daily. DCI is committed to investing in our care teams and supporting research to enhance kidney care and treatment options. We prioritize a holistic approach, offering hemodialysis, home dialysis, and peritoneal dialysis treatment options. Our goal is to empower patients to lead meaningful and productive lives while delivering high-quality kidney care, reducing hospitalizations, and saving lives.

DCI is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

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