Patient Care Technician-Dialysis

Overview:

As needed, daytime hours, occasional Saturday

 

Under the direction of a licensed professional, the Patient Care Technician delivers hands-on patient care and comfort, assists with clinical procedures and technical tasks, and accurately observes, reports, and documents patient status. The role supports safe, efficient unit operations by focusing on personal care, mobility, nutrition, hydration, elimination, and prevention of complications, while preparing patients and environments for procedures. Collaborating with the interdisciplinary team, the PCT provides compassionate, patient- and family-centered support across diverse care settings to promote quality outcomes and a positive experience.

Why UnityPoint Health?:

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:      

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.   

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities:

Clinical Excellence/Patient Care
• Partners with the RN and other licensed healthcare team members
to achieve patient care outcomes and goals of care, as identified in
the plan of care.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living e.g. dressing,
bathing, walking, .
• Acknowledges and meets patients’ needs regarding movement and
elimination.
• Answers patient call lights and responds appropriately to patient
requests.
• Obtains, monitors, and records vital signs, weights, and intake
and output.
• Performs procedures and tasks specific to the assigned area under
the direction of a licensed healthcare team member (e.g.,
specimen collection, simple dressings, traction set-up, pulse
oximetry, blood glucose testing, EKGs).
• Transports patients, equipment, supplies, and specimens in a safe
and timely manner.
• Assists in maintaining a clean, orderly, and safe environment.
• Utilizes a holistic approach (considering physical, psych/social,
spiritual, educational, safety, and related criteria) appropriate to
the age of the patients served in the assigned service area.

 

Documentation and Effective Communication
• Uses technology to promptly and accurately document care
provided and patient data in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Reports in a timely manner pertinent patient observations,
significant incidents, and changes in condition to the appropriate
team member.
• Demonstrates effective communication and collaboration with all
members of the healthcare team.
• Seeks instruction and supervision when implementing new or
unfamiliar tasks.
• Demonstrates initiative to improve quality and customer service

 

Department Support and Unit Operations
• Participates in unit operations by organizing work areas, assisting
with routine cleaning of equipment, and maintaining orderly
storage of supplies.
• Assists with stocking, inventory control, and management of
clinical supplies; ensures availability of necessary equipment and
materials.
• Performs clerical and unit support duties as assigned (e.g., chart
preparation and maintenance, assembling and labeling records,
answering phones) per competency and department expectations.
• Assists with room turnovers and preparation of patient care and
procedure areas.
• Performs patient transport for admission, discharge, and
procedures in a safe manner.
• Supports continuity of care and coordination of services.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities and demonstrates
professional behaviors, supporting goals of the nursing unit and
stewardship of resources.

Qualifications:

Education

High school diploma or GED, or current enrollment/actively pursuing completion - Required

 

BCLS - Required