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title: Patient Care Technician Dialysis/Apheresis Unit
description: MedStar Health is hiring for the Patient Care Technician Dialysis/Apheresis Unit
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| **Company** | [MedStar Health](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/medstar-health?utm_source=ai_markdown) |
| **Location** | Washington, DC |
| **Salary** | $25.69/hr |
| **Type** | Full Time |
| **Posted** | Sep 23, 2026 |
## Description

**About the Job**  

 **General Summary of Position**  
Provides patient care to an assigned group of patients according to an established plan of care under the direction and supervision of a licensed Registered Nurse. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and Georgetown University Hospital's philosophy policies procedures and standards

**Primary Duties and Responsibilities**

- Implements patients' plan of care as directed by the RN reporting information and findings to the RN and offering suggestions for revision of the plan of care as appropriate.
- Provides direct bedside care to patients as assigned inclusive of but not limited to: performs the activities of daily living bathing skin care toileting mouth care feeding and range of motion; assisting with ambulation mobilization and rehabilitation; assistance with crutches and walkers; and transporting of patients in wheelchairs and stretchers.
- Performs routine sterile and non-sterile treatments and other treatments identified by Unit/Hospital policy inclusive of but not limited to: tube feedings; ostomy care; Foley Catheter care; IV insertion/ monitoring/care; venipuncture; EKG; simple dressing changes and wound care; maintenance of drainage tubes with/without pump or suction; point of care testing; care of oxygen equipment ; and assistance with the application maintenance and removal of traction casts splints and exercise equipment.
- Participates in patient/family teaching as directed.
- Reports/records/documents information in designated areas of the medical record or via computerized systems according to established guidelines.
- Maintains a safe and orderly patient/unit environment.
- Contributes to the development and implementation of unit objectives.
- Participates in quality improvement initiatives.
- Relieves Unit Secretary due to volume absence and other operational needs inclusive of stocking and ordering medical and non-medical supplies to maintain adequate inventory on the units.
- Exemplifies C2C standards in all activities.
- Assumes other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and are not to be considered as all-inclusive.
 **Minimal Qualifications**  
**Education**

- High School Diploma or GED required
- Successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant Program (CNA) preferred
- EMT Medical Assistant will be considered.
- Successful completion of GUH training program. required
**Experience**

- 1-2 years experience as a certified nursing assistant or related health care experience in an acute care setting preferred
**Licenses and Certifications**

- CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required
- Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant preferred
**Knowledge Skills and Abilities**

- Ability to perform direct patient care technologies;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
- Good interpersonal skills;
- Ability to set priorities and work in a stressful environment.

**This position has a hiring range of**  

USD $25.69 - USD $25.69 /Hr.
## Skills

- Splinting
- Registered Nurse
- CPR/BLS Certification
- Stocking
- Teaching
- Patient Care
- Activities Of Daily Living (ADLs)
- Deployment Strategy
- Dressing
- Interpersonal Skills
- Point-of-Care Testing
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (Cpr)
- Range of Motion Assessment
- Ostomy Care
- Resuscitation
- Quality Improvement
- Rainwater Management
- Basic Life Support
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Catheter Care
- Acute Care
- Venipuncture
- Ambulation Assistance
- Auditing
- Bathing
- Emergency Medical Technician Certification
- Wound Care
- Electrocardiogram (Ekg)
- Maintenance
- Inventory Management
- IV Insertion
- Care Planning
- Toileting
- Bedside Manner
- Communication
- Direct Patient Care
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (Nrp) Certification
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

## How to Apply

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