What should I expect as a PCT for Davita?

RN017 · Apr 22, 2016

The training goes for about 9-12 weeks, and I think it can be extended until you are comfortable enough to be on your own. You'll be attending classroom set-up (3 weeks didactic), which comprises the theoretical and overall review of Dialysis. Then, after, you'll be training in a clinic. You'll have a preceptor with you teaching you everything you need to know, like how to set up (string the machine), troubleshoot the water system, patient access lines, etc. The PCTs are very knowledgeable and hands-on. Expect to do 12 hr shifts or more. [emoji4][emoji106]ðŸ�» Hope you'll also love it!

TrinaCNA · Apr 22, 2016

Thanks so much for the response. Do you work for Davita as a tech?

RN017 · Apr 22, 2016

I'm working for Davita as an RN, but they're also training us to do PCT jobs.

AriesRNSoon · Apr 23, 2016

The perks are the insurance is pretty good, you get bonuses after you have been there a year, they have tuition reimbursement if you decide to pursue further education, and either you will love dialysis or hate it. There is no in-between! Good luck to you!! wave.gif.f76ccbc7287c56e63c3d7e6d800ab6c

Apzy · May 22, 2016

Hi, how it goes in your training? Did they pay you while you were in training? I received an email from them about the training just wondering how long the training will take, and how it goes. Thank you.

TrinaCNA · May 22, 2016

Hi.

I'm in my 2nd week of training. Training is for 12 weeks. The first two weeks are strictly classroom. ND the next ten mostly with the preceptor and but 1 or 2 days a week in the classroom. They do pay you while you train, and after the training, and if you pass the test, you get a raise. I can't tell you much because I just started, but it's so far so good. It seems like a great company to work for. Good luck. Let me know how it goes.

RN017 · May 22, 2016

Apzy said:

Hi, how it goes in your training? Did they pay you while you were in training? I received an email from them about the training just wondering how long the training will take, and how it goes. Thank you.

Yes, you get paid while you're on training like a regular employee. They're willing to train you for up to 3 months or more, and it will all depend on how skillful and confident you are to be on your own. The first two months would be a mix of classes and hands-on training in a clinic, and by the end of your 2nd month, you'll attend a Basic Training Class and pass a Competency exam.

Apzy · May 22, 2016

Thank you so much, and can I ask what time the training starts? And how many hours a day?

TrinaCNA · May 22, 2016

Classroom training is 8-4:30, and once you get with the preceptor it's whatever time they come in & you stay there for 8 hours. So if they come in at 4 am you come in at 4 am and leave at 12 pm.

NAsoon · Jan 20, 2017

Does anyone know how's the starting salary of a pct with no dialysis experience? If anyone knows or has been in that position before will be great. Is in the area of new jersey.