Renal Care Patient Support Specialist

2 weeks ago


Crowley, Louisiana, United States Dialysis Clinic, Inc. Full time
Overview

At Dialysis Clinic, Inc., we are on the lookout for exceptional individuals who are passionate about delivering personalized care to patients dealing with chronic kidney disease. Our guiding principle is that "the care of the patient is our reason for existence," and our dedicated staff exemplifies this commitment in every interaction with patients. We invite motivated and compassionate professionals to provide exemplary patient care, with benefits including paid training, competitive compensation, excellent benefits, Sundays off, and a supportive, mission-oriented environment. Become a part of DCI and foster meaningful relationships while finding fulfillment in serving patients in our welcoming clinical setting, which boasts a lower caregiver-to-patient ratio compared to other providers.

Role of the Patient Care Technician (PCT/CCHT) involves delivering care to patients with end-stage renal disease, assisting clinical personnel throughout the dialysis treatment process to ensure the delivery of prescribed therapies. Our PCTs play a vital role within the interdisciplinary team, guaranteeing safe care and optimal outcomes for every patient.

Schedule: This is a float position; Full-time, four 10-hour shifts commencing at 4:30 am; Sundays off; no overnight shifts.

Compensation: Pay ranges from $15 to $23 per hour, based on healthcare experience; experience is not mandatory. Mileage reimbursement is available for Float positions.

Benefits:

  • Paid 12-week training with a preceptor
  • 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) in addition to PTO – compensated time for medical appointments, illness, or medical leave
  • Retirement plans with a $.50 match for each contributed dollar for eligible employees, up to 8 percent
  • Education reimbursement
  • Employee assistance program
  • Wellness initiatives
  • And more


Responsibilities

What You Can Expect:

  • Engage actively in infection control, risk management, and patient education initiatives
  • Guide new patients through a comprehensive 120-day education program
  • Record and monitor patient vital signs and machine readings during treatment
  • Operate under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN)
  • Prepare and dismantle dialysis blood systems for treatment
  • Insert and remove patient access needles
  • Observe patients during dialysis, document any changes, and notify the charge nurse of concerns
  • Calculate patient weight loss to achieve dry weight
  • Establish patient care priorities and organize workload accordingly
  • Maintain a professional working relationship while respecting patient privacy and rights
  • Manage and track inventory
  • Conduct laboratory work as required



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