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Health Systems Management, Inc. Patient Care Technician - Home Therapies in Winston Salem, North Carolina
Up to $2,000 Sign-On Bonus Offered, based on experience!!!
Home Therapies Patient Care Technician (PCT) / CCHT
Home Therapies Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) / CCHTs at Health Systems Management support and work under the guidance of RNs to provide dialysis treatment to multiple patients at a time. PCTs have a combination of technical skills and compassion needed to improve the quality of life for our patients while promoting positive patient outcomes. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to learn the discipline of Home Therapies Dialysis. We are currently looking for compassionate, dedicated, and highly motivated PCTs to join our Home Therapies Dialysis team.
Salary range is $16 - $26 per hour, depending on experience, to include various other fac tors.
Previous dialysis experience required - CCHT preferred.
Responsibilities and Physical Demands:
In the Home Training Program:
Greet Patients.
Assisting the HT RN with clinic and home visits as directed.
Reinforces PD / HHD education under supervision of qualified HT RN.
Set up of the home - hemodialysis machine, PD Cycler and prepares supplies.
Collect treatment records and review for completion. Notify RN of incomplete / missing records.
Cleaning and prepping treatment room; prepare patient charts.
Prepare lab tubes, requisitions and assist with lab draw days, both pre and post draw. To include obtaining water samples as directed by the HT RN.
Assist with exit site care when directed by HT RN.
Clerical Duties as assigned (faxing, mailing, calling, scheduling, filing, assembling/breaking down patient charts, etc.)
Maintains databases, logs, spreadsheets, and software as directed by HR RN.
Assists patient with ordering, reminder for upcoming clinic visits, etc. Including maintaining par levels of home department supplies.
Obtain patient’s vital signs before, during, and after dialysis treatment and appropriately document the medical record.
Demonstrates knowledge of infection control as related to hand washing, personal protective equipment (PPE) and universal precautions,
Maintain patient safety and comfort, which may include assisting with personal care needs and activities of daily living.
Responds appropriately to emergency situations.
Please note you will have exposure to blood and needles.
This position requires frequent and prolonged periods of standing and bending.
You are required to acknowledge the inter-facility coverage policy that supports floating to various clinics during and after your training, if needed.
What You Can Expect:
Improvement:
We are consistently striving to improve processes for our patients and teammates.
Relationships:
Build relationships with your patients who are living with end stage renal disease.
Team:
Build relationships with your patients who are living with end stage renal disease.
Schedule:
You must have a flexible schedule and be able to work Monday – Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. Hours may vary based on clinic need and/or holidays.
Training Information:
Training may take place in a facility or a different clinic other than your assigned home clinic.
Hours of work may vary during the training period; however, you will typically be working between 36-40 hours per week during training.
Education Requirements and Position Qualifications:
CCHT – Clinical Certification Hemodialysis Technician preferred.
Previous dialysis experience - required
High School Diploma required.
Basic computer knowledge required.
Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the Health Systems Management training program in its entirety.
The ability to work long hours is required. You could be on your feet for extended periods of time. Our day ends when patients’ care is completed.
Must pass the Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) exam within 18 months following the first day of employment.
Must have or obtain Basic Life Support certification approved by the American Heart Association
Must be comfortable working around blood and needles, including cannulation and obtaining labs.
Excellent bedside manner and communication skills.
Although not required, any of the following would be nice to have: Board of Nephrology Examiners, Nursing and Technology (BONENT), Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Patient Care Assistant (PCA), or Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT).
What HSM Provides:
Extensive benefits package to include:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Account
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
401K with company match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Extensive benefits package to include:
Employee Support:
Family Resources
Employee Assistance Programs
Counseling Sessions
Maternity/Paternity leave
On the job training:
HSM offers new dialysis employees with on the job training to help you develop your dialysis skills. The training is a combination of the classroom setting and direct patient care.
Reimbursement:
HSM will provide a one-time reimbursement to sit for your Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) exam.
bout Us:
Health Systems Management, Inc. (HSM) is a full-service healthcare management organization providing a full range of development, management, and administrative services for dialysis facilities over the past 35 years in Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina. HSM has an outstanding reputation in the renal community for providing high quality patient care and encouraging physician input while maintaining efficient business operations. We are currently seeking compassionate, dedicated, and highly motivated Patient Care Technicians to join our dialysis team.
Health Systems Management, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.