Patient Care Technician Peritoneal Dialysis
DaVita Kidney Care
Summary
DaVita is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support patients undergoing Peritoneal Dialysis (PD) in an outpatient setting. This role provides hands-on support, education, and care coordination under RN supervision to patients managing kidney failure at home.
Job description
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with training patients and caregivers on PD procedures
- Support clinical team with patient monitoring, documentation, and equipment prep
- Conduct home supply inventory and assist with arranging deliveries
- Monitor vital signs and collect lab specimens as needed
- Maintain equipment and ensure compliance with safety protocols
- Collaborate with nurses, dietitians, and social workers
Requirements
- Accredited High School diploma, general education development (GED) credential, or equivalent
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and insurance
- Comfortable working with medical supplies, blood, and needles
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends/holidays
- Physical stamina for long shifts and on-your-feet work
- Healthcare experience (CNA, MA, CHT, phlebotomy) preferred
Requirements
- Accredited High School diploma, GED credential, or equivalent
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and insurance
- Comfortable working with medical supplies, blood, and needles
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends/holidays
- Physical stamina for long shifts and on-your-feet work
- Healthcare experience (CNA, MA, CHT, phlebotomy) preferred
Benefits
- Paid Training
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- 401(k) Matching
- Paid Time Off
- Backup Child/Elder Care
- Headspace
- Employee Assistance Program
- Parental Leave
- Clinical Ladders
- Bridge to Your Dreams RN Program
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.