Patient Care Technician
DaVita Kidney Care
Summary
As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at DaVita, you will be the heart of our outpatient dialysis clinic, providing direct, hands-on care for patients managing end-stage renal disease (ESRD). No prior dialysis experience is required; we provide industry-leading, 9–10 week fully paid clinical training.
Job description
What You'll Do
Under the supervision of Registered Nurses (RNs), you will deliver compassionate, high-quality care throughout each patient's treatment journey:
- Direct Patient Care: Welcome patients, take and record vital signs, monitor health data before, during, and after dialysis, and respond attentively to patient needs.
- Clinical & Technical Operations: Safely assemble, sanitize, and prime specialized dialysis machines and equipment, following rigorous clinical safety protocols.
- Patient Advocacy & Education: Build trust with patients and their families, educating them on kidney health, treatment routines, and wellness goals.
- Multidisciplinary Teamwork: Partner closely with RNs, Nephrologists, Dietitians, Social Workers, and Clinic Leadership to deliver holistic patient care.
Schedule & Clinic Hours
- Work 3 to 4 shifts per week (typically 8, 10, or 12 hours), giving 3 to 4 full days off every week.
- Clinic operates Monday through Saturday between 5:00 AM and 6:00 PM (Sundays closed).
- Scheduled shifts fall within 4:00 AM (opening prep) to 7:00 PM (closing disinfection).
- Teammates rotate opening and closing shifts and work every other Saturday.
- Occasional opportunities to float to nearby partner clinics when needed.
What You Bring (Qualifications & Mindset)
- Education: Accredited High School Diploma, General Education Development (GED) credential, or equivalent.
- Clinical Comfort: Comfortable working hands-on with medical equipment, needles, and blood in a clinical healthcare environment.
- Physical Stamina: Ability to stay active, stand, and move across the clinic floor for extended portions of your shift.
- Shift Flexibility: Availability to work rotating schedules within our operating window (early mornings, evenings, rotating Saturdays, and shared holiday rotations).
- Onboarding Clearances: Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
- Preferred (Not Required): Prior healthcare experience or certification as a CNA, Medical Assistant (MA), Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT), or Phlebotomist.
Requirements
- Accredited High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Comfortable working hands-on with medical equipment, needles, and blood
- Ability to stand and move across the clinic floor for extended periods
- Availability to work rotating schedules including early mornings, evenings, rotating Saturdays, and shared holidays
- Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening
Benefits
- Paid Clinical Training
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- 401(k) Matching
- Paid Time Off
- Backup Child & Elder Care
- Headspace Subscription
- Employee Assistance Program
- Parental Leave
Company overview
DaVita Kidney Care is a leading American healthcare provider specializing in kidney dialysis services, operating as one of the largest dialysis companies in the United States. Founded in 1992 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, DaVita operates a vast network of 2,675 outpatient dialysis centers across the United States, serving approximately 200,800 patients, with an additional 367 centers in 11 other countries serving 49,400 patients. The company primarily treats end-stage renal disease (ESRD), providing life-sustaining dialysis treatments that patients typically require three times per week. DaVita holds approximately 37% market share in the U.S. dialysis market and is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker DVA. The company's name, derived from the Italian phrase "Dare Vita" meaning "to give life," reflects its mission to provide essential kidney care services. With approximately 76,000 employees, DaVita has established itself as a Fortune 500 company and a significant player in the healthcare industry, with Berkshire Hathaway owning a 41.2% stake in the organization.