Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Dialysis Technician Job at Virginia Jobs, Charlottesville, VA

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  • Virginia Jobs
  • Charlottesville, VA

Job Description

Provides care under the supervision of a licensed practitioner of medicine or registered nurse to patients receiving renal dialysis treatments at a UVA Medical Center dialysis facility. The Dialysis Technician prepares the equipment used for hemodialysis and provides patient care during treatment.

  • Prepares and monitors equipment used for hemodialysis.
  • Maintains an infection free environment of care.
  • Maintains supplies and equipment.
  • Prepares dialysis stations.
  • Reinforces patient education.
  • Effectively communicates and demonstrates teamwork as part of the interdisciplinary team to support operational efficiency and safe, high-quality patient care.
  • Provides clinical support to licensed healthcare professionals during patient care.
  • In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
Position Compensation Range: $18.37 - $28.47 Hourly

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.


Experience: Previous health care experience preferred.


Licensure: Certified as a Patient Care Dialysis Technician by a State Agency or Nationally Recognized Certification Program within 18 months of hire date.


American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.


Criteria for use of the titles of dialysis patient care technician or dialysis care technician. In order to use the titles of dialysis patient care technician or dialysis care technician or administer medications in a Medicare certified renal dialysis facility, a person shall hold one of the following certifications: 1. Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) by the Nephrology Nursing Certification Commission (NNCC); 2. Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) by the Board of Nephrology Examiners Nursing and Technology (BONENT); 3. Certified in Clinical Nephrology Technology (CCNT) by the National Nephrology Certification Organization (NNCO); or 4. Certification or licensure as a dialysis technician or similar title by another jurisdiction in the United States provided the standards for certification or licensure or substantially equivalent to those in Virginia.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS


Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling; Repetitive motion: Building dialysis machines and wrist rotation. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 50 - 100lbs. May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, noise, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment. Virginia Jobs

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