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PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING: DO NOT HIT the APPLY BUTTON on the right CLICK HERE TO APPLYAre you a compassionate and dedicated individual looking for a fulfilling career opportunity?We are currently seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as a Patient Care Technician (PCT) while making a positive impact on the lives of our adult/geriatric ESRD patient population at our clinic in Anchorage, Alaska. The primary responsibilities of this position are: Cares for and monitors patients before, during, and post dialysis treatment. Prepares dialysis machine and its components for treatment. Transports patients, records patient's weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse rate and respiration rate. Explains dialysis procedure and operation of hemodialysis machine to patient before treatment to allay anxieties. Inspects and cleans area of access. (fistula, graft, or catheter) Inspects equipment settings, including pressures, conductivity (proportion of chemicals to water), and temperature to ensure conformance to safety standards. Starts patient treatment according to physician order. Monitors patient for adverse reaction and hemodialysis machine for malfunction. Assists in inventory and supply stocking in the dialysis clinic. *Please note that this is not an all-inclusive list of the responsibilities of the position.Here is what we are seeking in our next PCT:High school diploma or equivalent - evidence of such is required pre-employment.Previous healthcare experience in dialysis, phlebotomy, or as a CNA/PCA preferred.CPR certification required within 90 days of hire.Ability to distinguish primary colors - as demonstrated by passing the Ishihara Color Vision Test.Successful completion of our dialysis training program, including demonstrated competency, within 8-10 weeks of hire. Must meet Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved national certification requirements within the CMS timeline. Certification must be maintained as current and in good standing. Must be flexible to work most days/times as there are no set shifts. Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing. Must have basic computer skills; proficiency in all clinical applications is required within 90 days of hire. Must be able to organize time and tasks well.Required use of problem solving, analytical and effective communication skills.Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.Must have interpersonal skills necessary to work with patients, staff, and all other individuals as required. Physical Requirements:Frequent long periods of standing, bending, stooping, walking, sitting The ability to lift up to 30 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities What We Can Offer:Competitive compensation plansCompetitive medical, dental, and vision plansGenerous paid time off 401k Retirement Plan with a company match Educational support through tuition reimbursementSchedules that support excellent work/life balancePhysical Requirements:Frequent long periods of standing, bending, stooping, walking, sitting The ability to lift up to 30 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities Are you with US (RC)?Apply today by clicking this LINK