Compassionate Patient Care Tech, 3W Orthopedics & Med/Surg

UnityPoint Health; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

UnityPoint Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support clinical procedures and daily patient care in a hospital setting. The role involves assisting with daily living activities, mobility, and preparing patients and environments for procedures under the supervision of a registered nurse.

A CNA certification and BLS are preferred or to be obtained within three months, and candidates must be at least 16 years old.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates hands-on patient care and comfort.
• Assists with mobility, nutrition, hydration, elimination, and procedures.
• Observes, reports, and documents patient status accurately.

Responsibilities

• PCTs perform patient care and treatments under RN supervision.
• Provide and document activities of daily living and respiratory support as directed by RN.
• Lift, move, position, and transport patients as needed.
• Meet the department work schedule and show initiative to improve care quality and safety.
• Under age 18 staff may have restrictions operating certain equipment.

Education

CNA certification preferred

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Must be 16 years or older

Job description

UnityPoint Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support clinical procedures and daily patient care in a hospital setting. The role involves assisting with daily living activities, mobility, and preparing patients and environments for procedures under the supervision of a registered nurse.

A CNA certification and BLS are preferred or to be obtained within three months, and candidates must be at least 16 years old.