38 Healthcare Provider jobs in Worcester
Nurse Practitioner - PRN
Posted 7 days ago
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Pivot Onsite Innovations is now hiring an experienced and self-driven Nurse Practitioner for a PRN position on an as needed basis. This role will provide coverage as needed at our onsite healthcare clinics located at our client's site in Worcester, MA!
Coverage opportunities include Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4PM.
Greater Purpose and Core Values:
Athletico’s Greater Purpose is to empower people, inspire hope and transform lives. We accomplish this by providing exceptional, progressive, and cost-effective fitness, performance and rehabilitative services through personalized care that emphasizes education and prevention of future injury. This is accomplished through building on our Core Values of one team, understanding our business, recognition, people-focused, accountability, continuous innovation and trust and integrity, which are the foundation for our unique culture.
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Medical Director and Overseeing Physician, the Nurse Practitioner manages the day-to-day operations of the onsite health care clinic. In addition, the Nurse Practitioner provides patient care that includes, but not limited to, case management, physicals and clearance exams, injury assessment, and minor procedures.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform post-offer physicals and non-work-related/return-to-work medical clearance examinations
- Provide urgent and episodic care to employees
- Respond to in-plant medical emergencies and evaluate employees with acute episodic illness, referring when appropriate
- Assess, diagnose, treat, and provide ongoing medical management of workplace injuries and non-occupational conditions (episodic and urgent), including writing prescriptions and facilitating referrals in collaboration with the physician
- Drive chronic disease management process, including education and wellness physicals
- Maintenance of charts and employee incident records
- Perform minor procedures including, but not limited to, suturing, splinting, joint injection, trigger finger injection, arthrocentesis, and x-ray interpretation
- Case management of workman’s compensation claims in conjunction with the employer representative and insurance carrier
- Facilitate return-to-work and light-duty assignments for employees with work-related injuries
- Maintain current case log for workplace injuries outlining treatment plan for weekly case review
- Assure compliance with OSHA and DOT programs such as hearing conservation, blood-borne pathogen training, random drug screening, and follow-up programs
- Maintain health care unit inventory of medications and supplies
- On-call as needed
- Other duties as assigned
Required Education, Skills, and Abilities:
- 3+ years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner
- Experience in an occupational health setting
- Bachelor’s degree in related field
- Current valid state licensure
- Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification
- Proficient with Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of OSHA Recordability and workers’ compensation principles (Preferred)
- Ability to communicate with all levels across the organization effectively
- Strong administrative and management skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism, ethics, and confidentiality
- Familiarity with manufacturing and production facility practices
- Position may require proof of COVID-19 vaccination
Athletico provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Division Director of Clinical Services
Posted 23 days ago
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Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-4pm (40 hr/week)
HYBRID SCHEDULE AVAILABLE
Salary: 110,094 annually
Why work for The Arc?
We understand the importance of a work-life balance and offer a flexible schedule within a Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm framework. Taking time off when needed is encouraged, ensuring you can maintain a healthy work-life integration. We offer comprehensive benefits packages such as 12 Paid holidays, vacation & sick time, paid training, 401k, health and dental insurance, employee assistance program, financial wellness program etc.
What is Clinical Services at The Arc of Opportunity?
Clinical services at The Arc of Opportunity provide advanced and specialized guidance in support of individual's behavioral and clinical needs across all programs within the agency. Clinical Services ensure compliance with all regulatory and licensing standards and advocates for the individuals supported.
What Does the Division Director of Clinical Services Do?
(Full list of responsibilities can be found here )
- Leads behavior services for persons in the Arc programs and supervises a team of behavior clinicians and an expressive therapist.
- Maintains agency clinical support policies and procedures to ensure regulatory, licensing and accreditation standards are met.
- Administers quality compliance systems for behavior support protocols including Positive Behavior Supports to maintain high standards of care.
- Directs agency-wide staff training regarding all behavior support protocols and guidelines; develops staff trainings as needed.
- Develops and executes short/long term goals which enhance and support organizational strategic plan and priority initiatives
- Master's Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, Special Education or related field
- Must be a current Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and Licensed Applied Behavior Analyst (LABA) with MA Board of Allied Mental Health and Human Services Professions
- Licensed in MA as a psychologist, licensed mental health counselor, master's level speech pathologists, or master's level special education teacher with ABA training will be considered
- Minimum 5 years post-graduate training and/or experience in function-based behavioral assessment and treatment for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities, acquired brain injury, autism spectrum disorders, and multi-tiered systems of support (PBS)
- Three (3) to Five (5) years of supervisory experience within Human Services
The Arc is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, or other legally protected characteristics.
When an applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an equal opportunity to apply and/or interview for a job, they may request it orally or in writing through the VP of Human Resources
Monday-Friday 8am-4pm
40 hr/week
Patient Care Technician
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Posting Date06/11/202519 Glennie StreetSuite A, Worcester, Massachusetts, 01605, United States of AmericaClosed Sundays!No dialysis experience required - Paid training provided!DaVita is seeking a Patient Care Technician who is looking to give life in an outpatient dialysis center. You can make an exceptional difference in the lives of our patients and their families dealing with end-stage renal failure or chronic kidney disease. Do you desire to deliver care in an empathetic, compassionate way - the way you'd want your own care to be?If you haven't considered Nephrology before, read on as we think that you should.Joining DaVita as Patient Care Technician (PCT) is an exciting opportunity to jump start your career in the health care industry! With paid, extensive training, you will gain the skills needed to care for our patients and build a network of other health care professionals across the geography where you live. Once you have successfully completed training, you will join a holistic team of care professionals - including nurses, dietitian, social workers, and other experienced PCTs - to care for our patients. It's not a job, it's giving life and a career based on passion and purpose.DaVita - which is Italian for "giving life" - is working to provide quality service to patients, partners, and teammates. Our mission is to be the Provider, Partner, and Employer of Choice.Our PCTs also find DaVita professionally fulfilling. To help advance your career, we offer clear paths to higher levels of responsibility and compensation through our Clinical Ladders program. Through DaVita's Bridge to your Dreams program, teammates who have been in their role for six consecutive months and in good standing, are eligible to receive tuition assistance up front to pursue their dream of becoming a DaVita RN and getting their Associates Degree in Nursing. We also have dedicated training to become a Facility Administrator, and training to become a Regional Operations Director. Your success is driven by your performance and desire.Some details about this position:No Dialysis experience is required.Training may take place in a facility or a training clinic other than your assigned home clinicPotential to float to various clinics during and after your trainingYou must have a flexible schedule and be able to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidaysWhat you can expect:Direct Patient Care. Spend the majority of your day in direct one-on-one patient care to provide safe, comfortable and hygienic dialysis treatment.Our PCTs care for multiple patients.Technician Duties. To monitor patients before, during and after dialysis treatment including measuring and recording stats, patient observations, and hemodialysis machine setup. Please note you will have exposure to blood and needles.Building long-term relationships with your patients who are suffering from end stage renal disease and are receiving treatment on average 3 times/week. You will also be responsible for educating patients on Kidney Dialysis related topics.Team. Cross functional team of clinicians including technicians, nurses, dietitians, social workers and leadership. PCTs work under the supervision of a RN.What we'll provide:DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most including:Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash outSupport for you and your family: family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave, pet insurance, and morePaid trainingRequirements:Desire to enter the health care field to care for other people in needHigh school diploma or equivalentMust be comfortable working around blood and needlesMust be comfortable mixing acid or bicarbPhysical and mental ability to work long hours (some shifts are 12+ hours) on your feet so wear comfortable shoes! Our work ends when it's safe for our patients.Willingness to train and work across multiple clinics within the territory as needed.Health care experience a plus including: BONENT Certified, Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Phlebotomy certification.DaVita is a clinical leader! We have the highest percentage of facilities meeting or exceeding CMS's standards in the government's two key performance programs. We expect our teammates to commit to improving patient health through clinical goal setting and quality improvement initiatives.Ready to make a difference in the lives of patients? Take the first step and apply now.#LI-CS4At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.This position will be open for a minimum of three days.Salary/ Wage RangeFor location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRatesCompensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Patient Care Coordinator
Posted 4 days ago
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Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology, to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start **Caring. Connecting. Growing together.**
**Reliant Medical Group (Urogynecology)** has an immediate opening for a friendly, patient focused, and detailed oriented **Patient Care Coordinator** to join our team. The **Patient Care Coordinator** is responsible for the completion of set processes and protocols. Works cooperatively with all members of the care team to support the vision and mission of the organization, deliver excellent customer service, and adhere to Lean processes. Supports the teams in meeting financial, clinical, and service goals.
**Schedule (38.75 Hours):** Monday-Friday, between the hours of 7am-5pm EST. Schedule will be determined by the practice manager upon hire.
**Location:** 275 New Lancaster Rd. Leominster, MA. May be asked to float to other practices for coverage, as needed.
**Primary Responsibilities:**
+ Obtain accurate and updated patient information, such as name, address, insurance information
+ Perform insurance verification on the date of service
+ Obtain patient signatures for required documents
+ File and maintain medical records
+ Confirms and schedule appointments
+ Answering incoming and outgoing telephone calls promptly and courteously
+ Perform referral documentation promptly
+ Performs certain follow-up services for patients in a prompt and courteous manner, such as scheduling specialist appointments, scheduling follow-up appointments and obtaining copies of lab results or specialist reports
+ Adhere to the standards identified via Sparq regarding Optum Employee Policies
+ Work cohesively with fellow employees to achieve specific team goals
+ Keep abreast of current medical requirements relevant to their position, which includes maintaining patient confidentiality and abiding by all HIPAA and OSHA requirements
+ Comfortable working in a high pace environment
+ Participate in planning, coordinating, and implementing care in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team in accordance with the Plan of Care
+ Assure the continuity of care through scheduling and tracking systems
+ Provide effective communication to patient / family team members and other health care professionals as evidenced by documentation, case conferences, communication notes, and evaluations
+ Comply with administrative policies to ensure quality of care
+ Demonstrate precision and efficiency in scanning documents and monitoring the fax server, retrieving and / or scanning documents and assigning to the appropriate electronic chart
+ All employees are expected to keep abreast of current medical requirements relevant to their position, which includes maintaining patient confidentiality and abiding by all HIPPA and OSHA requirements
+ Performs other duties as assigned
**What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group? Put it all together - competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include:**
+ Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays
+ Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account
+ Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage
+ 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
+ Education Reimbursement
+ Employee Discounts
+ Employee Assistance Program
+ Employee Referral Bonus Program
+ Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)
+ More information can be downloaded at: be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
**Required Qualifications:**
+ High School Diploma/GED (or higher)
+ 1+ years of healthcare related experience
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ 1+ years of experience working in a medical front office position performing duties such as scheduling appointments, checking patients in/out, insurance verification, collecting co-pays and maintaining medical records
+ Knowledge of Epic EMR software
+ Ability to learn new software (EPIC/EMR) and flexibility to attend new training
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)
**Soft Skills:**
+ Ability to work independently and maintain good judgment and accountability
+ Demonstrated ability to work well with health care providers
+ Strong organizational and time management skills
+ Ability to prioritize tasks to meet all deadlines
+ Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to speak clearly and concisely, conveying information in a manner that others can understand, as well as ability to understand and interpret information from others
**PLEASE NOTE** The sign-on bonus is only available to external candidates. Candidates who are currently working for UnitedHealth Group, UnitedHealthcare or a related entity in a full time, part time or per diem basis ("Internal Candidates") are not eligible to receive a sign on bonus.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $7.74 to 31.63 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
_At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission._
_UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations._
_UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment._
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Dialysis Patient Care Technician
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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.
What you'll be doingPatient 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.
What we're looking for- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Desire to work in healthcare and care for patients.
- Previous healthcare experience in dialysis, phlebotomy, or as a CNA is a plus.
- Must be comfortable mixing acids and bicarbonate according to protocol.
- Ability to distinguish all primary colors.
Other requirements
- Successful completion of USRC training program approved by the Medical Director, including demonstrated competency; this includes successful completion of USRC training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis within 8 weeks of hire.
- CPR certification required within 90 days of hire or as required by the state.
- Patient Care Technician certification must be obtained through a state certification program or national commercially available certification program within 18 months of hire date and maintained in good standing thereafter. Specific state requirements may be applicable and required.
Are you ready to make a difference?
We're here to change the lives of people with kidney disease and shape the future of kidney care. We still have much work ahead. If you desire to make a positive impact in the life of others and pursue a fulfilling career in healthcare, we invite you to join our team at U.S. Renal Care!
Are you with US? Apply today!
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
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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.
What you'll be doingPatient 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.
What we're looking for- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Desire to work in healthcare and care for patients.
- Previous healthcare experience in dialysis, phlebotomy, or as a CNA is a plus.
- Must be comfortable mixing acids and bicarbonate according to protocol.
- Ability to distinguish all primary colors.
Other requirements
- Successful completion of USRC training program approved by the Medical Director, including demonstrated competency; this includes successful completion of USRC training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis within 8 weeks of hire.
- CPR certification required within 90 days of hire or as required by the state.
- Patient Care Technician certification must be obtained through a state certification program or national commercially available certification program within 18 months of hire date and maintained in good standing thereafter. Specific state requirements may be applicable and required.
Are you ready to make a difference?
We're here to change the lives of people with kidney disease and shape the future of kidney care. We still have much work ahead. If you desire to make a positive impact in the life of others and pursue a fulfilling career in healthcare, we invite you to join our team at U.S. Renal Care!
Are you with US? Apply today!
Patient Care Technician (PCT)
Posted 23 days ago
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A Patient Care Technician's responsibilities include measuring and documenting vital signs. They also identify patient concerns and report them to their colleagues. PCT's duties also include moving, turning or relocating patients as required for their comfort and medical requirements. PCA's also help nurses by taking vital signs, drawing blood, administering medications, and collecting samples to be sent to labs for analysis. PCA's can work in a variety of settings but typically work at a hospital or skilled nursing facility.
Education/Requirements:
- High School education is required along with completion of a state approved formal training program.
- State certification sometimes required
- Phlebotomy Certification sometimes required
Candidate must pass submissions, send me the submissions profile with the clinician's ph#, email, and best time for the director to call the cln for an interview.
Benefits
In addition to per diem assignments that let you choose your location and schedule, AMN Healthcare offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Excellent Pay
- Direct Deposit
- Comprehensive Medical Benefits (for those determined to have worked full-time after a 12 month ACA eligibility period)
- Supplemental Benefits: Dental, Vision, Medical Indemnity, Life Insurance with optional Critical Illness and Short Term Disability.
- 401k
- FREE Online CEU's to all Active Staff'
About Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.
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Patient Care Technician - PCT
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+ Pay increase once nationally certified
+ PCT to RN education plan
+ Full-time, full benefits including generous time off and 50% 401k match
+ No overnights, no Sundays, every other Saturday
About this role: As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at Fresenius Medical Care, you play a vital part in supporting people who entrust us with their care, their families, and your fellow care team members. You will build deep relationships with patients when they come into our clinic.
How you grow or advance: Previous healthcare experience is not required to join us as a PCT. Passion for helping others, teamwork, and a desire to learn and grow are what you need to be successful. We will provide robust training and support as you kick off your career, and we will introduce you to career path options as you grow with us either as a PCT or venture into a new role such as Registered Nurse or a leadership role.
Our culture: We believe our employees are our most important asset - we value, care about, and support our people. We are there when you may need us most, from tuition reimbursement to support your education goals, scholarships to family members, relief when natural disasters strike, and financial support when personal hardship hits; we take care of our people.
Our focus on diversity: We have built a nurturing environment that welcomes every age, race, gender, sexual orientation, background, and cultural tradition. We have a diverse range of employee resource groups (ERGs) to encourage employees with similar interests, goals, social and cultural backgrounds, or experiences to come together for professional and personal development, discussion, activities, and peer support. Our diverse workforce and culture encourage opportunity, equity, and inclusion for all, which is a tremendous asset that sets us apart.
At Fresenius Medical Care, you will truly make a difference in the lives of people living with kidney disease. If this sounds like the career and company you have been looking for, and you want to be a vital part of the future of healthcare, apply today.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
As a member of the nephrology healthcare team, you will provide safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Sets up, tests, and operates hemodialysis machines for patient treatments.
- Obtains and documents necessary pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight for each patient.
- Evaluates vascular access pre-treatment and performs vascular access cannulation.
- Evaluates intradialytic problems and provides intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
- Monitors patients' response to dialysis therapy.
- Evaluates patient prior to termination of venous access and discontinues dialysis treatment according to established procedures.
- Reports any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to supervisor.
- Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner.
- Collects, labels, appropriately prepares, and stores lab samples according to required laboratory specifications.
- Cleans and disinfects dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.
- Assists other healthcare members in providing patient education.
- Prepares, organizes, and efficiently uses supplies and equipment to prevent waste.
EDUCATION AND LICENSES:
- High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Qualities and traits: dependable, compassionate, caring, supportive, collaborative, reliable.
- Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility (preferred but not required).
- Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the Fresenius Medical Care dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.
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. We 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 healthcare 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 push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional basis lift up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a 2-person assist program and "material assist" devices for the heavier items.
**EOE, disability/veterans**
Patient Care Technician - PCT
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- 12 weeks FREE paid training
- Pay increase once nationally certified
- PCT to RN education plan
- Full-time, full benefits including generous time off and 50% 401k match
- No overnights, no Sundays, every other Saturday
About this role: As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at Fresenius Medical Care, you play a vital part in supporting people who entrust us with their care, their families, and your fellow care team members. You will build deep relationships with patients when they come into our clinic.
How you grow or advance: Previous healthcare experience is not required to join us as a PCT. Passion for helping others, teamwork, and a desire to learn and grow are what you need to be successful. We will provide robust training and support as you kick off your career, and we will introduce you to career path options as you grow with us either as a PCT or venture into a new role such as Registered Nurse or a leadership role.
Our culture: We believe our employees are our most important asset — we value, care about, and support our people. We are there when you may need us most, from tuition reimbursement to support your education goals, scholarships to family members, relief when natural disasters strike, and financial support when personal hardship hits; we take care of our people.
Our focus on diversity: We have built a nurturing environment that welcomes every age, race, gender, sexual orientation, background, and cultural tradition. We have a diverse range of employee resource groups (ERGs) to encourage employees with similar interests, goals, social and cultural backgrounds, or experiences to come together for professional and personal development, discussion, activities, and peer support. Our diverse workforce and culture encourage opportunity, equity, and inclusion for all, which is a tremendous asset that sets us apart.
At Fresenius Medical Care, you will truly make a difference in the lives of people living with kidney disease. If this sounds like the career and company you have been looking for, and you want to be a vital part of the future of healthcare, apply today.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
As a member of the nephrology healthcare team, you will provide safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Sets up, tests, and operates hemodialysis machines for patient treatments.
• Obtains and documents necessary pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight for each patient.
• Evaluates vascular access pre-treatment and performs vascular access cannulation.
• Evaluates intradialytic problems and provides intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
• Monitors patients’ response to dialysis therapy.
• Evaluates patient prior to termination of venous access and discontinues dialysis treatment according to established procedures.
• Reports any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to supervisor.
• Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner.
• Collects, labels, appropriately prepares, and stores lab samples according to required laboratory specifications.
• Cleans and disinfects dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.
• Assists other healthcare members in providing patient education.
• Prepares, organizes, and efficiently uses supplies and equipment to prevent waste.
EDUCATION AND LICENSES :
• High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS :
• Qualities and traits: dependable, compassionate, caring, supportive, collaborative, reliable.
• Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility (preferred but not required).
• Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the Fresenius Medical Care dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.
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. We 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 healthcare 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 push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional basis lift up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a 2-person assist program and "material assist” devices for the heavier items.