Health Systems Management, Inc. ยท 8 hours ago
Patient Care Technician
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expHealth Systems Management, Inc. is a full-service healthcare management organization providing services for dialysis facilities. They are seeking Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) to support RNs in providing dialysis treatment, requiring a combination of technical skills and compassion to improve patient outcomes.
Facility ManagementHealth CareOffice Administration
No H1B
Responsibilities
Set up of the hemodialysis machine
Greet patients and collect details regarding their previous treatment
Report any concerns or observations to the lead nurse
Assist with and prepare the patient's vascular access for treatment
Initiate, monitor, and discontinue dialysis treatment per written policies, procedures, and standards of care
Obtain patient's vital signs before, during, and after dialysis treatment and appropriately document in patient medical record
Responsible for appropriately calculating and documenting patient's fluid removal
PCT performs appropriate access cannulation and reports any difficulties or unusual findings to the lead nurse
Monitor the patient for any adverse reaction(s) and conduct appropriate intervention
Monitor the dialysis machine for any malfunction
Report any malfunctions to the lead nurse
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
Note you will have exposure to blood, needles, and various other bodily fluids
This position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting, moving of patients, and assisting with ambulation
PCT will spend considerable time walking, bending, stretching, and standing
The employee may occasionally be required to move machines, equipment, and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 pounds and high as five feet
You are required to acknowledge the inter-facility coverage policy that supports floating to various clinics during and after your training, if needed
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma required
Basic computer knowledge required
6 Months of healthcare and/or direct patient care experience is 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 must have a flexible schedule and be able to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
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
Employee must successfully pass the Ishihara's Color Blind Test
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S
Preferred
Good fit for those with - CHT, CCHT, CNA, CMA, PCA, CPT, CMA, EMT, CST, CPhT, etc
Benefits
Medical and Prescription Coverage Options
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Account
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
401K with company match
Paid Time Off: Start accruing time on your first day with the company.
Paid Time Off Cash Out Two Times per Year.
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program for: Family Resources, Counseling, Financial and Legal Guidance.
Paid On the job training to help you develop your dialysis skills.
Position ladders that provide transparent information on advancement opportunities in the role.
Reimbursement: HSM will provide a one-time reimbursement to sit for your Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) exam.
Company
Health Systems Management, Inc.
Health Systems Management, Inc.(HSM) is a full service healthcare management organization located in Tifton, Georgia that was founded by C.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jinping Su, CPA, CHFP, CITP, MAcc,MSHA
Chief Financial Officer
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