Patient Care Technician - PCT
Company: Fresenius
Location: Pearland
Posted on: May 5, 2022
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Job Description:
Location: Pearland, Texas, , United StatesJob ID:
63030684Posted: 2022-04-29Position Title: Patient Care Technician -
PCTCompany Name: FreseniusSector: Other PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Functions as part of the hemodialysis health care team in providing
safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct
supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with FMCNA policies
procedures and training and in compliance with regulations set
forth by the corporation state and federal agencies. Responsible
for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines. Assist in the
maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports the
FMCNA commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI
Activities including those related to patient satisfaction and
actively participates in process improvement activities that
enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the FMC Quality
Enhancement Goals (QEP).PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES:Patient Education:Assist other health care members
in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy
measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC)
Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP) Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM) and
regarding disease process/access.Patient Treatment:Welcome assigned
patients and inquire as to their well-being since their last
treatment.Evaluate vascular access for patency.Obtain necessary pre
and post treatment vital signs and weight.Perform vascular access
evaluation pre-treatment.Perform vascular access
cannulation.Perform administration of Heparin as delegated or as
allowed by state law.Initiate dialysis treatment according to
prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow
(QD).Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as
prescribed by physician order or as directed.Monitor patients'
response to dialysis therapy.Obtain vital signs prior to
reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the
discontinuation of treatment - document.Discontinue dialysis
treatment according to established procedures.Evaluate patient
prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood
pressure.Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.Evaluate
the patient prior to discharge.Perform and record Pre and Post
dialysis evaluation weight and vital signs with initial
identification.Responsible for calculating and entry of individual
patients' dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF)
goal; treatment time; Sodium (Na) modeling; and UF modeling as
prescribed.Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are
enabled including Narrow Venous Limits (NVL) 160.Record accurate
and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment
parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial
identification.Responsible for accurate documentation of
information related to patient treatment including completion of
Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and if applicable progress
notes.Report any significant information and/or change in patient
condition directly to the PCT III (if applicable) or nurse
supervisor.Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks
according to facility policy. Report any change or unusual findings
to the PCT III (if applicable) or nurse supervisor.Perform and
document any intervention for unusual patient status and document
patients' response to intervention.Evaluate patients' vascular
access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring
pressures provide appropriate intervention as needed document and
report any unusual findings to the PCT III (if applicable) or nurse
supervisor.Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare
specimens for collection.Maintenance/Technical:Maintain
environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe
and clean.Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface chair
equipment and surrounding area between treatments according to
facility policy.Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for
dialysis treatment and document where appropriate.Perform all
required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing including
Pressure Holding (PHT).Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS)
system.Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with
appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy.Prepare
organize and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent
wastage.Record Keeping:Complete and document ongoing participation
in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.Enters all
treatment data into the designated clinical application in an
accurate and timely manner.Review treatment sheets for completeness
ensure nursing signatures are documented and ensure omitted entries
are completed or corrected where appropriate.Prepare initial
patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate
placement in chart.Prepare lab requisitions for prescribed or stat
Lab specimens according to laboratory destination.Collect label
appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required
laboratory specifications.Ensure collection of lab specimens by
appropriate lab courier. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described
here are representative of those an employee encounters while
performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.Employees are required to take
the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment.
Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not
preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable
accommodations can be made.Day to day work includes desk and
personal computer work and interaction with patients facility staff
and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned
facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to
regional Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.The
work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with
air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed
to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.The position
provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting
and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment
aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position
requires frequent prolonged periods of standing and the employee
must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be
required to move with assistance machines and equipment of up to
200 lbs. and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs.
up as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and
material assist devices for the heavier items.EDUCATION AND
LICENSES:High School diploma or G.E.D. required.Must meet Center
for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved state and/or national
certification requirements within the required state or CMS
timeline.All appropriate state licensure education and training (if
any) required.EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:At least two years
previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related
facility preferred.Continued employment is dependent on successful
completion of the FMCNA dialysis training program and successful
completion of CPR certification. EO/AA Employer:
Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender
Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free
workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state
laws.PI176618380
Keywords: Fresenius, Pearland , Patient Care Technician - PCT, Professions , Pearland, Texas
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