Patient Care Tech - FLOAT

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
The Dialysis Patient Care Technician / Administrative Assistant will be a blended role that is well suited for applicants with administrative experience that would like to grow into a dialysis tech role or one with Dialysis experience that would like to work more of the "front" of a dialysis center.

 

PRIMARY DUTIES / ACTIVITIES:  

• Float to regional DCC clinic facilities in the regional areas.

• Monitor vital signs (temperature, pulse, etc.) and patient condition, and document observations appropriately.
• Take fluid samples or other specimens for testing and prepare for shipping.
• Assist nursing staff in administering basic treatment, i.e. hemodialysis therapy.
• Monitor and document status of patient and instruct patient in vascular accesses etc., under the direction of RN.
• Review lab work, physician orders and reinforce treatment care with patient.
• Enter appropriate ICD-9 codes for lab draws into the computer.
• Perform basis nursing procedures (e.g. changing bandages).
• Ensure patients have adequate patient care supplies, monitor and maintain inventories.
• Prepare the dialysis equipment before treatment and care for the equipment after treatment.
• Complete flow sheets (via EMR) to verify patient billing.
• Comply with company policies and procedures in accordance with state and federal regulations for patient care and services (CMS, HIPAA, OSHA, and other governing agencies).
• Participate in quality assurance and cost containment programs.
• Other duties, as assigned.

EDUCATION: 

• Must possess a minimum of High School diploma or GED
• Current CCHT, Bonent or State required certificate
• Current CPR card EXPERIENCE:
• Must be PC proficient and able to thrive in a fast-paced setting; experience in Microsoft Office Suite: Outlook, Word and Excel a must
• Good presentation & communication skills
• Must be productive & resourceful with the ability to meet deadlines

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: 

• Must be PC proficient and able to thrive in a fast-paced setting; experience in Microsoft Office Suite: Outlook, Word and Excel a must
• Good presentation & communication skills
• Must be productive & resourceful with the ability to meet deadlines

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1 or more years of experience as a certified dialysis patient care technician
• Must be a self-starter who can work independently yet function in a highly collaborative, fast-paced team environment. 

• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines effectively
• Excellent written and oral communication skills 
• Strong data entry, organizational and interpersonal skills
• High integrity, team player with patient service focus and flexibility

1. Two PPO Plans (Preferred Provider Organization)
2. HSA Plan (Health Savings Account)
   • A plan that allows you to set aside pre-tax money for medical expenses.

1.       Dental Plans (Two options available)

2.       Vision Plan

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