Washington, DC · On-site
$21.73 - $32.60/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Washington, DC · On-site
$21.73 - $32.60/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Chevy Chase, MD · On-site
$21.75 - $32.63/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Chevy Chase, MD · On-site
$21.75 - $32.63/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Washington, DC · On-site
$21.75 - $32.63/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Washington, DC · On-site
$21.75 - $32.63/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Fort Washington, MD · On-site
$20.29 - $30.44/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Fort Washington, MD · On-site
$20.29 - $30.44/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Washington, DC · On-site
$21.73 - $32.60/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Washington, DC · On-site
$21.73 - $32.60/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Hyattsville, MD · On-site
$21.73 - $32.60/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Hyattsville, MD · On-site
$21.73 - $32.60/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Greenbelt, MD · On-site
$21.75 - $32.63/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Greenbelt, MD · On-site
$21.75 - $32.63/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
New Carrollton, MD · On-site
$21.75 - $32.63/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
New Carrollton, MD · On-site
$21.75 - $32.63/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Potomac, MD · On-site
$21.64 - $32.46/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Potomac, MD · On-site
$21.64 - $32.46/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Kensington, MD · On-site
$21.73 - $32.60/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Kensington, MD · On-site
$21.73 - $32.60/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Kensington, MD · On-site
$21.73 - $32.60/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Kensington, MD · On-site
$21.73 - $32.60/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Washington, DC · On-site
$20.29 - $30.44/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Washington, DC · On-site
$20.29 - $30.44/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
University Park, MD · On-site
$21.73 - $32.60/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
University Park, MD · On-site
$21.73 - $32.60/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Takoma Park, MD · On-site
$21.64 - $32.46/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Takoma Park, MD · On-site
$21.64 - $32.46/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Kensington, MD · On-site
$21.73 - $32.60/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Kensington, MD · On-site
$21.73 - $32.60/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Bethesda, MD · On-site
$21.64 - $32.46/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Bethesda, MD · On-site
$21.64 - $32.46/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Washington, DC · On-site
$21.75 - $32.63/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Washington, DC · On-site
$21.75 - $32.63/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Silver Spring, MD · On-site
$21.64 - $32.46/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Silver Spring, MD · On-site
$21.64 - $32.46/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Merrifield, VA · On-site
$21.64 - $32.46/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Merrifield, VA · On-site
$21.64 - $32.46/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Hyattsville, MD · On-site
$21.73 - $32.60/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
Hyattsville, MD · On-site
$21.73 - $32.60/hr
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 doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to ...
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A patient care technician (PCT) is a trained member of a health care team working alongside doctors and nurses to assist and care for a patient in a medical setting. They provide support services to patients in hospitals, nursing homes, rehab facilities and clinics. While specific duties will vary by patient and facility, a PCT may take patient vitals, draw blood, and tend to the needs of a patient in a medical setting with bathing, feeding, and supplies. Many PCT duties coincide with certified nursing assistant duties, with the addition of phlebotomy and the use of some medical devices.
| Aspect | Pct (Patient Care Technician) | Medical Assistant |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | CPCT or similar patient care certifications | Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) |
| Work Environment | Hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities | Doctors' offices, clinics, outpatient settings |
| Job Duties | Basic patient care, vital signs, EKGs, specimen collection | Clinical tasks, patient prep, administrative duties |
| Industry Usage | Healthcare facilities focusing on patient care | Primary care clinics, outpatient centers |
While both Pct and Medical Assistants work in healthcare settings and perform patient-related tasks, Pcts primarily focus on direct patient care and vital signs, often in hospitals. Medical Assistants have a broader role that includes clinical and administrative duties, mainly in outpatient clinics. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.
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$21.73 - $32.60/hr
Full-time
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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.
Qualifications: What we're looking forOther requirements
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!
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1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Plano, TX, US
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