Patient Care Technician - PCT CCHT - Dialysis

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 essential functions.

Employees are required to take Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note: 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 assist. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and lower solutions frequently of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional lift basis up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist” devices for heavier items.

High School diploma or G.E.D. required.

Must have a valid PCT national certification or state-specific certification as defined by the Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS).

All appropriate state licensure, education, and training (if any) required.

Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards

At least two years of previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility preferred.

Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization's dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.

Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.