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<h4>How you will change lives</h4>As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at US Renal Care, you will be an integral part of a cross-functional team providing care and delegated activities of treatment to patients. The PCT will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Charge Nurse (CN) for patients with renal failure.<h4>What you'll be doing</h4>Patient care. You will work directly with patients to provide safe, comfortable, and high-quality dialysis treatment. Responsibilities include gathering patient stats before and after treatment, initiating treatment, monitoring patients during treatment, terminating treatment, and collecting patient blood samples per physician orders.Technician Duties. You will ensure quality comes first by preparing machines for hemodialysis treatments, cleaning and disinfecting machines after treatment, and conducting machine safety checks and logging results for quality control, ensuring all protocols and regulations are followed.Safety and Quality. You will use appropriate safety measures, including personal protective equipment. Working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse, you will adhere to all company policies, procedures, and state/federal laws and regulations. You will participate in all required staff meetings and continuing education offerings.PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN STATE SPECIFIC BOARD OF NURSING REQUIREMENTS California<ul><li>Must possess current Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) certificate from California Department of Public Health (CDPH) at time of hire OR</li><li>Hired at USRC location recognized by state of California as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain California state certification (CHT) within six (6) weeks of successful completion of training program. </li></ul>Maryland<ul><li>Must possess current Certified Nursing Assistants -- Dialysis Technicians (CNA-DT) certificate from Maryland Board of Nursing OR</li><li>Hired at USRC location recognized by state of Maryland as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain Maryland CNA-DT certificate within three (3) months from date of hire OR</li><li>Out-of-state applicant must have active BONENT certification and provide proof of initial application for CNA-DT certification.</li></ul>New Mexico<ul><li>Must have New Mexico dialysis technician certificate at time of hire OR</li><li>Hired at USRC location recognized by state of New Mexico as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain New Mexico state certification within six (6) months of successful completion of training program OR</li><li>New Mexico certification of hemodialysis technician is required for out of state applicant with active state or national hemodialysis certification; must obtain New Mexico state certification prior to working as a Certified Hemodialysis Technician. </li><li>After January 1st, 2024, all initial applications for the certified hemodialysis technician will require a national hemodialysis technician certificate.</li><li>The applicant must submit proof of a valid national hemodialysis technician certificate from a recognized organization.</li><li>Hemodialysis technician students must have a current basic life support credential prior to and while the student has contact with patients</li></ul>OHIO<ul><li>Must have Ohio dialysis technician intern certificate at time of hire OR</li><li>Hired at USRC location recognized by state of Ohio as an approved dialysis technician training program and submit application for Ohio dialysis technician intern certificate to board no later than four (4) weeks prior to completion of the approved training program.</li><li>Must obtain Ohio Board of Nursing Certificate (OCDT) not less than twelve (12) months and not later than eighteen (18) months of enrolling in the USRC OCDT program.</li></ul>OREGON<ul><li>Must possess current Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHDT) certificate from Oregon Public Health Division at time of hire OR</li><li>Must obtain Oregon dialysis technician provisional certificate within three (3) weeks of successful completion of training program and obtain Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHDT) certificate from Oregon Public Health Division within eighteen (18) months. An Oregon Provisional Certification is valid for six months and can be renewed for one additional six month period.</li></ul>&nbsp;

U.S. Renal Care

Dialysis Patient Care Technician-CCHT

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties and tasks may be assigned.<ul><li>Demonstrate effective use of supplies and staff labor hours.</li><li> May assist with billing log preparation and updates.</li><li>Perform duties as assigned to meet the patient care or operational needs of the clinic</li><li> Obtain blood samples for laboratory analysis as required to complete physician orders.</li><li> Complete and document monthly review of patient medication profiles.</li><li>Knowledge of and comply with applicable health care professionals practice act requirements.</li><li>Perform duties at all times under the supervision of a Charge Nurse and within limitations established by and in accordance with company policy and procedures, applicable state and federal laws and regulations</li><li>Maintain thorough, accurate, and appropriate documentation in the patient record of all treatments, activities, and communication with the patient, physician and other healthcare professionals to include progress reports.</li><li>Report any significant information or change in patient condition to the Charge Nurse.</li><li> Report machine problems to Biomedical Technician and Administrator.</li><li> Participate in staff meetings as required. Attend in-service and continuing education offerings in compliance with company policy and procedure.</li><li>Assist with staff training as requested.</li></ul>

Dialysis Licensed Vocational Nurse

Experienced Dialysis Patient Care Technician-CCHT

USRC's greatest strength in being a leader in the dialysis industry is our ability to recognize and celebrate the differences in our diverse workforce. We strongly believe in recruiting top talent and creating a diverse and inclusive work climate and culture at all levels of our organization.<ul><li>A Home Therapy nurse trains home hemo or peritoneal dialysis patients in-center and sometimes in the patient’s home.</li><li>We Will Train - In-center hemodialysis, critical care, and home health are great backgrounds.&nbsp; </li><li>Work Schedule – Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm; Modified schedules are possible based on patient caseload at the facility.</li><li>Competitive on-call pay when placed in on-call rotation. </li><li>Holidays – Home Training Nurses rarely work on a holiday. </li><li>We lead the industry in clinical quality improvement, delivering amongst the best patient outcomes in the U.S. as measured by the CMS ESRD Quality Incentive Program.</li><li>We remain an industry leader in home dialysis with 17% of dialysis treatments delivered in our patients' homes.&nbsp; </li></ul>The Home Therapy Registered Nurse, as qualified by federal and state regulations, provides patient training and ongoing support for all patients choosing a home dialysis modality.&nbsp; This position is accountable for providing quality care to all patients and is committed to delivering superior customer service in all internal and external interactions.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.&nbsp; Other duties and tasks may be assigned.<ul><li>Knowledge of and comply with federal, state, local laws and regulations, including health care professionals practice act requirements as they pertain to home dialysis program and patient care requirements.</li><li>Train patient (and/or care partner) in the practice of self-care Peritoneal Dialysis or Hemodialysis upon meeting federal and state regulations governing Registered Nurse qualifications.</li><li>Conduct home visits to assess the patient's home environment per policy; initially and minimally annually thereafter.&nbsp; Routinely evaluate patient performance and assess the home environment more frequently as needed to improve care.</li><li>Communicate results of patient assessment, reassessment, and ongoing monitoring to the physician, team members, and others as appropriate to the individual needs of the patient.</li><li>Document all nursing services in the Electronic Medical Record including but not limited to training sessions, routine and non-routine in-person interactions, and phone conversations.&nbsp; Documentation should accurately reflect the patient status and nursing interventions and be written to ensure continuity of care.</li><li>Participate in infection control monitoring, implementation, and recording as requested.</li><li>Be familiar with emergency equipment and all emergency operational procedures.&nbsp; Communicate and regularly review Emergency Preparedness procedures with all home patients, including but not limited to emergency disconnection from dialysis equipment, what to do and who to contact if displaced from home.</li><li>Ensure clinic and patient supply inventory and usage is appropriate for patient prescriptions and place orders in timely manner to avoid fees and penalties.</li><li>Continually seek to improve patient and quality outcomes through tracking and trending of program and patient performance, use of critical thinking skills and root cause analysis to improve patient and quality outcomes.&nbsp; Assist in obtaining data for the continuous quality improvement activities.</li><li>Obtain routine and non-routine laboratory tests as ordered and communicate critical lab values and urgent patient needs to the responsible physician or physician extender in a timely manner.</li><li>Complete and document monthly review of patient medication profiles.&nbsp; Administer medications as ordered by the physician.</li><li>Responsible for performing on call nursing services, nights and weekends, on a rotational basis as needed or assigned.</li><li>Flexible with staffing locations and hours to accommodate patient and USRC home program needs.</li><li>Regular and reliable attendance is required for the position.</li></ul>Home Hemodialysis Only:<ul><li>Coordinate home evaluation with technical services department to ensure that the necessary electrical, plumbing and drainage requirements for proper equipment operation are met prior to patient acceptance into home program.</li><li>Ensure required and appropriate water sampling is complete per policy and product requirements.&nbsp; Monitor and report water sample and culture results.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</li></ul>Salary / Compensation StatementCompensation for the role will depend on several factors, including a candidate's experience, qualifications and skills. U.S. Renal Care offers a comprehensive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage, and a broad range of other benefits.

Dialysis Registered Nurse, Peritoneal RN

<h4>How you'll change lives</h4>As a Dietitian at US Renal Care, you'll be an integral part of a cross-functional team, working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse and assisting and supervising Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) to care for patients living with kidney disease.<h4>What you'll be doing</h4>Patient Nutrition. You'll be part of an interdisciplinary team working to ensure&nbsp;patients receive the best care, including conducting all required patient assessment and care planning activities and participating in a monthly interdisciplinary patient care conference. You'll recommend therapeutic diets based on patient nutritional needs, preferences, and changes in treatment in consultation with the patient's physician, evaluating standard menus and revising as needed. You'll help patients obtain dietary supplements, as needed. You'll also design and shared educational materials and conduct seminars or classes for dialysis patients. Teamwork. You'll collaborate with the Medical Director and physicians and maintain positive relationships with area hospitals, agencies, vendors, and the community.Safety &amp; Quality. You'll help with clinical and operational processes to improve patient health and minimize missed treatments and hospitalizations, achieving target goals for patient outcomes. You'll also help maintain a productive quality assurance program and participate in monthly Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities.

Dialysis Registered Dietitian

Description - ExternalUSRC’s greatest strength in being a leader in the dialysis industry is our ability to recognize and celebrate the differences in our diverse workforce. We strongly believe in recruiting top talent and creating a diverse and inclusive work climate and culture at all levels of our organization.The Patient Care Technician, under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse, assists with providing care and delegated activities of treatment to patients with renal failure. &nbsp;This position performs duties as assigned by the Charge Nurse and Registered Nurse. &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES&nbsp;include the following.&nbsp; Other duties and tasks may be assigned.GROWTH&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;<ul><li>Assist with clinical and operational processes to improve patient health and minimize hospitalizations and missed treatments.</li></ul>OUTCOMES&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;<ul><li>Obtain blood samples for laboratory analysis as required to complete physician orders.</li><li>May reinforce patient education as needed under the direction of the Administrator or Registered Nurse.</li><li>Assist with program’s target goals for patient outcomes in accordance with quality patient care and Company goals.</li></ul>OPERATIONAL READINESS<ul><li>Knowledge of and comply with applicable health care professionals practice act requirements.</li><li>Perform duties at all times under the supervision of a Charge Nurse and within limitations established by and in accordance with company policy and procedures, applicable state and federal laws and regulations.</li><li>Use appropriate safety measures including personal protective equipment as necessary.</li><li>Clean, disinfect, and rinse dialysis machines in accordance with policy and procedures.</li><li>Prepare machines for hemodialysis treatments.</li><li>Verify/respond to visual and audio alarms on machines; troubleshoot machine alarms as appropriate.</li><li>Remove disposables and clean station after each treatment.</li><li>May be required to clean isolation room post treatment if applicable.</li><li>Be familiar with emergency equipment and all emergency operational procedures.</li><li>Obtain pre and post treatment weights of patients per protocols.</li><li>Safely initiate and terminate dialysis treatments per center protocol, and within scope of practice and as allowed by state regulations.</li><li>Monitor patients during dialysis treatments.</li><li>Mix acids and bicarbonate according to protocol.</li><li>Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment.</li><li>Stock hemodialysis carts and helps maintain supply room.</li><li>Complete water testing on dialysis machine at the beginning of each treatment day and as directed by the Administrator. &nbsp;Complete/document quality control logs throughout the day and after all treatments, as required.</li><li>Take vital signs per protocol during patient treatment and document on treatment record as required.</li><li>Regular and reliable attendance is required for the job.</li></ul>PARTNERSHIPS&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;<ul><li>Report any significant information or change in patient condition to the Charge Nurse.</li><li>Report machine problems to Biomedical Technician and Administrator.</li><li>Actively promote GUEST customer service standards; develop effective relationships at all levels of the organization.</li></ul>STAFF DEVELOPMENT/ RETENTION&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;<ul><li>Participate in staff meetings as required. &nbsp;Attend in-service and continuing education offerings in compliance with company policy and procedure.</li><li>Assist with staff training as requested.</li><li>Participate in team concepts and promote a team effort; perform duties in accordance with company policies and procedures.</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements include:<ul><li>High school graduate or equivalent.</li><li>CPR certification required within 90 days of hire or as required by the state.</li><li>Confirmation of ability to distinguish all primary colors.</li><li>Prefer a minimum of 3 months in dialysis healthcare or phlebotomy experience or CNA experience.</li><li>Must be certified under a State certification program or a national commercially available certification program as follows (see addendum for Patient Care Technician)-&nbsp;<ul><li>Certification must be obtained within 18 months of hire date as Patient Care Technician. &nbsp;Time employed as a Patient Care Technician prior to employment with USRC will count towards the 18-month deadline for certification, unless a gap in employment as a Patient Care Technician is more than 18 months.&nbsp;</li><li>Certification must be maintained as current and in good standing.</li></ul></li><li>Successful completion of USRC training program approved by the Medical Director, including demonstrated competency, within 8 weeks of hire.</li><li>Successful completion of USRC training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis within 8 weeks of hire.</li><li>Ability to travel nationally as needed; assignments may be 6 weeks or more based on needs.</li><li>Must be flexible to work most days/times (no set shifts).</li><li>Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing.</li><li>Must have basic computer skills; proficiency in all USRC clinical applications required within 90 days of hire.</li><li>Must be able to organize time and tasks well.</li></ul> U.S. Renal Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veteran.ADDENDUMPATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN STATE SPECIFIC BOARD OF NURSING&nbsp;REQUIREMENTS&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;California<ul><li>Must possess current Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) certificate from California Department of Public Health (CDPH) at time of hire&nbsp;&nbsp;OR</li><li>Hired at USRC location recognized by state of California as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain California state certification (CHT) within six (6) weeks of successful completion of training program. &nbsp;</li></ul>Maryland<ul><li>Must possess current Certified Nursing Assistants – Dialysis Technicians (CNA-DT) certificate from Maryland Board of Nursing &nbsp;OR</li><li>Hired at USRC location recognized by state of Maryland as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain Maryland CNA-DT certificate within three (3) months from date of hire&nbsp;OR</li><li>Out-of-state applicant must have active BONENT certification and provide proof of initial application for CNA-DT certification.</li></ul>New Mexico<ul><li>Must have New Mexico dialysis technician certificate at time of hire &nbsp;OR</li><li>Hired at USRC location recognized by state of New Mexico as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain New Mexico state certification within six (6) months of successful completion of training program &nbsp;OR</li><li>New Mexico certification of hemodialysis technician is required for out of state applicant with active state or national hemodialysis certification; must obtain New Mexico state certification prior to working as a Certified Hemodialysis Technician. &nbsp;</li><li>National hemodialysis certification is not required in New Mexico.</li><li>Hemodialysis technician students must have a current basic life support credential prior to and while the student has contact with patients.&nbsp;</li></ul>Ohio<ul><li>Must have Ohio dialysis technician intern certificate at time of hire &nbsp;OR</li><li>Hired at USRC location recognized by state of Ohio as an approved dialysis technician training program and submit application for Ohio dialysis technician intern certificate to board no later than four (4) weeks prior to completion of the approved training program.&nbsp;</li><li>Must obtain Ohio Board of Nursing Certificate (OCDT) not less than twelve (12) months and not later than eighteen (18) months of enrolling in the USRC OCDT program.</li></ul>Oregon<ul><li>Must possess current Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHDT) certificate from Oregon Public Health Division at time of hire &nbsp;OR</li><li>Must obtain Oregon dialysis technician provisional certificate within three (3) weeks of successful completion of training program and obtain Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHDT) certificate from Oregon Public Health Division within eighteen (18) months. &nbsp;An Oregon Provisional Certification is valid for six months and can be renewed for one additional six month period.</li></ul> PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN STATE SPECIFIC BOARD OF NURSING REQUIREMENTS California<ul><li>Must possess current Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) certificate from California Department of Public Health (CDPH) at time of hire OR</li><li>Hired at USRC location recognized by state of California as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain California state certification (CHT) within six (6) weeks of successful completion of training program. </li></ul>Maryland<ul><li>Must possess current Certified Nursing Assistants -- Dialysis Technicians (CNA-DT) certificate from Maryland Board of Nursing OR</li><li>Hired at USRC location recognized by state of Maryland as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain Maryland CNA-DT certificate within three (3) months from date of hire OR</li><li>Out-of-state applicant must have active BONENT certification and provide proof of initial application for CNA-DT certification.</li></ul>New Mexico<ul><li>Must have New Mexico dialysis technician certificate at time of hire OR</li><li>Hired at USRC location recognized by state of New Mexico as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain New Mexico state certification within six (6) months of successful completion of training program OR</li><li>New Mexico certification of hemodialysis technician is required for out of state applicant with active state or national hemodialysis certification; must obtain New Mexico state certification prior to working as a Certified Hemodialysis Technician. </li><li>After January 1st, 2024, all initial applications for the certified hemodialysis technician will require a national hemodialysis technician certificate.</li><li>The applicant must submit proof of a valid national hemodialysis technician certificate from a recognized organization.</li><li>Hemodialysis technician students must have a current basic life support credential prior to and while the student has contact with patients</li></ul>OHIO<ul><li>Must have Ohio dialysis technician intern certificate at time of hire OR</li><li>Hired at USRC location recognized by state of Ohio as an approved dialysis technician training program and submit application for Ohio dialysis technician intern certificate to board no later than four (4) weeks prior to completion of the approved training program.</li><li>Must obtain Ohio Board of Nursing Certificate (OCDT) not less than twelve (12) months and not later than eighteen (18) months of enrolling in the USRC OCDT program.</li></ul>OREGON<ul><li>Must possess current Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHDT) certificate from Oregon Public Health Division at time of hire OR</li><li>Must obtain Oregon dialysis technician provisional certificate within three (3) weeks of successful completion of training program and obtain Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHDT) certificate from Oregon Public Health Division within eighteen (18) months. An Oregon Provisional Certification is valid for six months and can be renewed for one additional six month period.</li></ul>&nbsp;

National Float Pool - Dialysis Patient Care Technician - PCT

The RN Charge Nurse is responsible for overseeing nursing services each shift and functions as a nursing supervisor. This position provides daily supervision of staff on duty during operational hours.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties and tasks may be assigned.<ul><li> Assist with clinical and operational processes to improve patient health and minimize hospitalizations and missed treatments.</li><li> Demonstrate effective use of supplies and staff labor hours.</li><li> Complete and document monthly review of patient medication profiles. Administer medications as ordered by the physician.</li><li> Assist physician during patient rounds and transcribe and implement physician orders timely.</li><li> Assist with the implementation of anemia management and medication protocols as requested.</li><li> Knowledge of and comply with federal, state, local laws and regulations, including health care professionals practice act requirements.</li><li> Perform duties at all times within limitations established by and in accordance with company policy and procedures, applicable state and federal laws and regulations.</li><li> May give direct patient care to the extent of performing efficient, safe dialysis, if allowed by state regulations.</li><li> Responds to all emergencies in clinic.</li><li> Communicate results of patient assessment, reassessment, and ongoing monitoring to the physician, team members, and others as appropriate to the individual needs of the patient.</li><li> Maintain collaborative working relationship with Medical Director and physicians.</li><li> Participate as a member of the Interdisciplinary team in all required patient assessment and care planning activities.</li><li> Assist in orientation of new staff as a preceptor or in assigning a preceptor.</li><li> Acts as resource person and participates in implementing and evaluating dialysis services and assures that policies and procedures are updated.</li><li>Assists Administrator in interviewing, hiring, evaluating, and disciplinary actions of center staff</li></ul>

Dialysis Registered Nurse

Come care with us at West Coast University! As a Phycian Assistant Faculty member for a certified Great Place to Work, you will guide PA students to do more than change their own lives – you will help change the lives of every patient they treat throughout their career in healthcare. &nbsp;At West Coast University you will have the opportunity to share your success story with the next generation of PA's as a key member of our student-centered, innovative community!You will make an impact by: &nbsp;<ul><li>Assists the Program Director in the organization, administration, continuous and periodic review, planning, development, and general effectiveness of the Master of Physician Assistant (MPA) Program.</li><li>Assists the Director of Academic Education (DAE) and Director of Clinical Education (DCE) in the preparation of administrative and accreditation reports as requested and assigned by the Program Director.</li><li>Assists in development, review, and revision of the mission, vision, and goals of the Program.</li><li>Assists in development, implementation, teaching, and evaluation of graduate-level didactic and clinical curriculum including simulation and clinical skills instruction and design.</li><li>Participates in the development, initiation, and incorporation of an array of innovative and engaging pedagogical and teaching methods to diverse learners throughout the curriculum in classroom, laboratory, and virtual environments.</li><li>Create, revise, and uphold the policies and standards outlined in the MPA Student Handbook in coordination with the Program Director and DAE.</li><li>Assists the DAE in the coordination and scheduling of all didactic courses and classes.</li><li>Serves as an advocate and ambassador for the MPA Program ensuring program and student needs are being communicated to the Program Director.</li><li>Schedules and assists with student remediation as needed.</li><li>Assists in the interview and selection of faculty members.</li><li>Provides security for all course and examination materials.</li><li>Assists the DAE with the maintenance and coordination of the didactic schedule with the Program Assistant.</li><li>Reviews instruments for student and faculty course evaluations.</li><li>Attends all scheduled staff and faculty meetings.</li></ul>Your Experience Includes: &nbsp;<ul><li>Greater than 3 years of clinical experience</li><li>Experience teaching in a PA program or Medical School preferred</li><li>Experience with ARC-PA accreditation in provisional and/or maintenance phase preferred</li><li>Non-doctoral faculty; doctoral degree or willingness to enter and complete a doctoral program</li></ul>Education:&nbsp;Education and experience must align with state regulations and comply with the rules and regulations of state authorization agencies.<ul><li>Master's degree, Physician Assistant; or</li><li>Master's degree, or higher, in health-related field</li><li>If a non-clinician scientist (Scientist Position)</li><li>Doctorate degree in health- or social-science related field</li><li>Minimum of three years teaching/research/clinical experience.</li></ul>

West Coast University

Adjunct Faculty - Physician Assistant

Dialysis Patient Care Technician

Description - ExternalUSRC’s greatest strength in being a leader in the dialysis industry is our ability to recognize and celebrate the differences in our diverse workforce. We strongly believe in recruiting top talent and creating a diverse and inclusive work climate and culture at all levels of our organization.The Patient Care Technician, under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse, assists with providing care and delegated activities of treatment to patients with renal failure. &nbsp;This position performs duties as assigned by the Charge Nurse and Registered Nurse. &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES&nbsp;include the following.&nbsp; Other duties and tasks may be assigned.GROWTH&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;<ul><li>Assist with clinical and operational processes to improve patient health and minimize hospitalizations and missed treatments.</li></ul>OUTCOMES&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;<ul><li>Obtain blood samples for laboratory analysis as required to complete physician orders.</li><li>May reinforce patient education as needed under the direction of the Administrator or Registered Nurse.</li><li>Assist with program’s target goals for patient outcomes in accordance with quality patient care and Company goals.</li></ul>OPERATIONAL READINESS<ul><li>Knowledge of and comply with applicable health care professionals practice act requirements.</li><li>Perform duties at all times under the supervision of a Charge Nurse and within limitations established by and in accordance with company policy and procedures, applicable state and federal laws and regulations.</li><li>Use appropriate safety measures including personal protective equipment as necessary.</li><li>Clean, disinfect, and rinse dialysis machines in accordance with policy and procedures.</li><li>Prepare machines for hemodialysis treatments.</li><li>Verify/respond to visual and audio alarms on machines; troubleshoot machine alarms as appropriate.</li><li>Remove disposables and clean station after each treatment.</li><li>May be required to clean isolation room post treatment if applicable.</li><li>Be familiar with emergency equipment and all emergency operational procedures.</li><li>Obtain pre and post treatment weights of patients per protocols.</li><li>Safely initiate and terminate dialysis treatments per center protocol, and within scope of practice and as allowed by state regulations.</li><li>Monitor patients during dialysis treatments.</li><li>Mix acids and bicarbonate according to protocol.</li><li>Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment.</li><li>Stock hemodialysis carts and helps maintain supply room.</li><li>Complete water testing on dialysis machine at the beginning of each treatment day and as directed by the Administrator. &nbsp;Complete/document quality control logs throughout the day and after all treatments, as required.</li><li>Take vital signs per protocol during patient treatment and document on treatment record as required.</li><li>Regular and reliable attendance is required for the job.</li></ul>PARTNERSHIPS&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;<ul><li>Report any significant information or change in patient condition to the Charge Nurse.</li><li>Report machine problems to Biomedical Technician and Administrator.</li><li>Actively promote GUEST customer service standards; develop effective relationships at all levels of the organization.</li></ul>STAFF DEVELOPMENT/ RETENTION&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;<ul><li>Participate in staff meetings as required. &nbsp;Attend in-service and continuing education offerings in compliance with company policy and procedure.</li><li>Assist with staff training as requested.</li><li>Participate in team concepts and promote a team effort; perform duties in accordance with company policies and procedures.</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements include:<ul><li>High school graduate or equivalent.</li><li>CPR certification required within 90 days of hire or as required by the state.</li><li>Confirmation of ability to distinguish all primary colors.</li><li>Prefer a minimum of 3 months in dialysis healthcare or phlebotomy experience or CNA experience.</li><li>Must be certified under a State certification program or a national commercially available certification program as follows (see addendum for Patient Care Technician)-&nbsp;<ul><li>Certification must be obtained within 18 months of hire date as Patient Care Technician. &nbsp;Time employed as a Patient Care Technician prior to employment with USRC will count towards the 18-month deadline for certification, unless a gap in employment as a Patient Care Technician is more than 18 months.&nbsp;</li><li>Certification must be maintained as current and in good standing.</li></ul></li><li>Successful completion of USRC training program approved by the Medical Director, including demonstrated competency, within 8 weeks of hire.</li><li>Successful completion of USRC training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis within 8 weeks of hire.</li><li>Ability to travel nationally as needed; assignments may be 6 weeks or more based on needs.</li><li>Must be flexible to work most days/times (no set shifts).</li><li>Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing.</li><li>Must have basic computer skills; proficiency in all USRC clinical applications required within 90 days of hire.</li><li>Must be able to organize time and tasks well.</li></ul> U.S. Renal Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veteran.ADDENDUMPATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN STATE SPECIFIC BOARD OF NURSING&nbsp;REQUIREMENTS&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;California<ul><li>Must possess current Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) certificate from California Department of Public Health (CDPH) at time of hire&nbsp;&nbsp;OR</li><li>Hired at USRC location recognized by state of California as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain California state certification (CHT) within six (6) weeks of successful completion of training program. &nbsp;</li></ul>Maryland<ul><li>Must possess current Certified Nursing Assistants – Dialysis Technicians (CNA-DT) certificate from Maryland Board of Nursing &nbsp;OR</li><li>Hired at USRC location recognized by state of Maryland as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain Maryland CNA-DT certificate within three (3) months from date of hire&nbsp;OR</li><li>Out-of-state applicant must have active BONENT certification and provide proof of initial application for CNA-DT certification.</li></ul>New Mexico<ul><li>Must have New Mexico dialysis technician certificate at time of hire &nbsp;OR</li><li>Hired at USRC location recognized by state of New Mexico as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain New Mexico state certification within six (6) months of successful completion of training program &nbsp;OR</li><li>New Mexico certification of hemodialysis technician is required for out of state applicant with active state or national hemodialysis certification; must obtain New Mexico state certification prior to working as a Certified Hemodialysis Technician. &nbsp;</li><li>National hemodialysis certification is not required in New Mexico.</li><li>Hemodialysis technician students must have a current basic life support credential prior to and while the student has contact with patients.&nbsp;</li></ul>Ohio<ul><li>Must have Ohio dialysis technician intern certificate at time of hire &nbsp;OR</li><li>Hired at USRC location recognized by state of Ohio as an approved dialysis technician training program and submit application for Ohio dialysis technician intern certificate to board no later than four (4) weeks prior to completion of the approved training program.&nbsp;</li><li>Must obtain Ohio Board of Nursing Certificate (OCDT) not less than twelve (12) months and not later than eighteen (18) months of enrolling in the USRC OCDT program.</li></ul>Oregon<ul><li>Must possess current Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHDT) certificate from Oregon Public Health Division at time of hire &nbsp;OR</li><li>Must obtain Oregon dialysis technician provisional certificate within three (3) weeks of successful completion of training program and obtain Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHDT) certificate from Oregon Public Health Division within eighteen (18) months. &nbsp;An Oregon Provisional Certification is valid for six months and can be renewed for one additional six month period.</li></ul> PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN STATE SPECIFIC BOARD OF NURSING REQUIREMENTS California<ul><li>Must possess current Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) certificate from California Department of Public Health (CDPH) at time of hire OR</li><li>Hired at USRC location recognized by state of California as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain California state certification (CHT) within six (6) weeks of successful completion of training program. </li></ul>Maryland<ul><li>Must possess current Certified Nursing Assistants -- Dialysis Technicians (CNA-DT) certificate from Maryland Board of Nursing OR</li><li>Hired at USRC location recognized by state of Maryland as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain Maryland CNA-DT certificate within three (3) months from date of hire OR</li><li>Out-of-state applicant must have active BONENT certification and provide proof of initial application for CNA-DT certification.</li></ul>New Mexico<ul><li>Must have New Mexico dialysis technician certificate at time of hire OR</li><li>Hired at USRC location recognized by state of New Mexico as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain New Mexico state certification within six (6) months of successful completion of training program OR</li><li>New Mexico certification of hemodialysis technician is required for out of state applicant with active state or national hemodialysis certification; must obtain New Mexico state certification prior to working as a Certified Hemodialysis Technician. </li><li>After January 1st, 2024, all initial applications for the certified hemodialysis technician will require a national hemodialysis technician certificate.</li><li>The applicant must submit proof of a valid national hemodialysis technician certificate from a recognized organization.</li><li>Hemodialysis technician students must have a current basic life support credential prior to and while the student has contact with patients</li></ul>OHIO<ul><li>Must have Ohio dialysis technician intern certificate at time of hire OR</li><li>Hired at USRC location recognized by state of Ohio as an approved dialysis technician training program and submit application for Ohio dialysis technician intern certificate to board no later than four (4) weeks prior to completion of the approved training program.</li><li>Must obtain Ohio Board of Nursing Certificate (OCDT) not less than twelve (12) months and not later than eighteen (18) months of enrolling in the USRC OCDT program.</li></ul>OREGON<ul><li>Must possess current Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHDT) certificate from Oregon Public Health Division at time of hire OR</li><li>Must obtain Oregon dialysis technician provisional certificate within three (3) weeks of successful completion of training program and obtain Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHDT) certificate from Oregon Public Health Division within eighteen (18) months. An Oregon Provisional Certification is valid for six months and can be renewed for one additional six month period.</li></ul>&nbsp;

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