Patient Care Technician

Posting Date

12/22/2025

515 East Lane, Ontario, Oregon, 97914, United States of America

Patient Care Technician

DaVita Kidney Care is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) who is committed to delivering compassionate, patient‑centered care in an outpatient dialysis center. This role offers paid, extensive training and the opportunity to advance within the organization through clear career pathways.

• Direct patient care: provide safe, comfortable and hygienic dialysis treatment, caring for up to four patients per shift.
• Monitor patients before, during and after dialysis treatment, including measuring and recording vital statistics, patient observations, and setting up the hemodialysis machine.
• Foster long‑term relationships with patients, educating them on kidney dialysis topics.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance processes for patients and teammates.
• Work collaboratively with a cross‑functional team of clinicians (technicians, nurses, dietitians, social workers, and leadership) under the supervision of an RN.
• Adapt to varying schedules, with shifts starting as early as 4:00 AM and extending beyond 12 hours; flexibility for Monday–Saturday, including weekends and holidays.

• Direct Patient Care with emphasis on safety, comfort, and hygiene.
• Hands‑on experience with up to four patients per shift.
• Exposure to blood, needles, and handling of acid/bicarbonate solutions.
• Opportunity for professional growth via DaVita’s Clinical Ladders and Bridge to Your Dreams programs.
• Team supportive environment and clear paths to higher responsibility and compensation.

• No dialysis experience required.
• Training conducted either in a facility or training clinic with classmates.
• Potential to float to various clinics during and after training.
• Typical training hours 32–40 hours/week.
• Flexible schedule required:
  Monday through Saturday, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work in multiple clinics within the territory as needed.

• Desire to pursue a career in health care and care for others.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Comfortable working around blood and needles.
• Comfortable mixing acid or bicarbonate solutions.
• Available for mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Physical and mental stamina for long, sometimes 12‑hour shifts, on your feet.
• Willingness to train and work across multiple clinics.
• Healthcare experience is a plus: BONENT Certified, Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Phlebotomy certification.

• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash‑out.
• Family support: family resources, EAP counseling, Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave.
• Paid training: robust classroom and hands‑on program for new dialysis teammates.
• Reimbursement for Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) license.
• Preceptor University to train future teammates.
• Career development opportunities:
  • DSSL & SPARK – clinical teammates develop supervisory and leadership skills.
  • Bridge to Your Dreams – funded tuition and coaching to become a registered nurse.
  • 100+ CEU courses at no cost.
  • Gateway – web‑based career planning and learning platform with a newsfeed and social networking.

Part‑time;
Entry level. Minimum employment of three days. This position will remain open for the duration of the hiring process.

DaVita is an equal‑opportunity employer, veteran and disability‑friendly. We are proud to comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements and to recruit, hire, assign, and promote without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Compensation and total rewards will depend on qualifications, skills, and experience. For location‑specific minimum wage details, see the link:
DaVita.jobs/Wage Rates.
Colorado residents should not provide age‑identifying information. You may redact it from any application materials without penalty.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and take the first step toward a meaningful career.