Emergency Department Patient Care Technician

UnityPoint Health; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

401K matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Pet insurance

Daily Pay

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Job summary

UnityPoint Health in Cedar Rapids, IA, seeks a patient care role providing essential clinical and clerical support under supervision of RNs and physicians. You will monitor vital signs, document findings in the EMR, perform non-invasive tasks, assist with patient transport, and help ensure a safe, compassionate care environment in a fast-paced ED setting.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the care team, attention to detail, and adherence to infection control standards while delivering

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one year of clinical experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with RNs and the interdisciplinary care team to support individualized plans of care and optimize patient outcomes.
• Accurately obtain, monitor, and document vital signs and clinical data in the EMR.
• Deliver non-invasive clinical and clerical support in the Emergency Department under RN and physician direction.
• Perform EKGs, assist with patient transport, and support activities of daily living while ensuring patient comfort and dignity.
• Prepare, maintain, and ensure proper functioning of clinical equipment and treatment areas.
• Maintain precise, timely documentation in the electronic health record per regulatory standards.
• Promote a safe, clean, and compliant care environment following infection prevention and safety protocols.
• Effective clinical communication and strong interdisciplinary teamwork.

Job description

UnityPoint Health in Cedar Rapids, IA, seeks a patient care role providing essential clinical and clerical support under supervision of RNs and physicians. You will monitor vital signs, document findings in the EMR, perform non-invasive tasks, assist with patient transport, and help ensure a safe, compassionate care environment in a fast-paced ED setting.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the care team, attention to detail, and adherence to infection control standards while delivering