Patient Care Technician

• Area of Interest: Nursing Aides, Assistants, and Techs
• Sign On Bonus: $3,000
• FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.9
• Department: Intensive Care Unit
• Shift: (3) 12-hour shifts; 6:45am-7:15pm
• Job ID: 188168

Overview

Shift: (3) 12-hour shifts; 6:45 AM - 7:15 PM

Are you compassionate, dependable, and ready to make a meaningful impact every day? Join our Critical Care Unit (CCU) as a Patient Care Technician (PCT) and become an essential part of a team caring for patients when they need us most.

Under the direction of a licensed professional, our PCTs provide hands-on care, comfort, and support while helping keep our unit safe, efficient, and running smoothly. From helping patients with everyday needs to assisting with clinical procedures, you'll be there for the moments that matter.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Beckers 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

• Partners with the RN and other licensed healthcare team membersto 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.
• Transports patients, equipment, supplies, and specimens in a safe and timely manner.

Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma or GED, or current enrollment/actively pursuing completion is required

Experience:

• Healthcare experience in a clinical or hospital patient care setting is preferred