Patient Care Asst West PeriOp FT Days

MercyOne; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Medical Group is seeking a Patient Care Technician Assistant - PeriOp in Des Moines, IA. The role supports professional clinical staff with direct patient care and perioperative studies as assigned by physicians or RNs.

Responsibilities include assisting OR staff, patient transport, supplies management, and maintaining a clean, safe environment across shifts. We value teamwork, communication, and compassionate care for diverse patient populations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six weeks of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist OR staff with patient handling, positioning and equipment setup.
• Transport patients when appropriate and deliver specimens to Lab.
• Ensure clean and orderly environment throughout the department.
• Communicate effectively with staff, physicians, patients and families.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

BLS certification within 6 weeks

Tools

None

Job description

Description

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well. MercyOne Central Iowa sets the standard for personalized and radically convenient care in the Des Moines metro area and surrounding counties. MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1893, is the longest continually operating hospital in Des Moines and Iowa’s largest medical center, with 802 beds available. The hospital is one of the Midwest’s largest referral centers. With more than 7,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 1,500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne Central Iowa is one of Iowa’s largest employers. Want to learn more about MercyOne Des Moines? Click here: Find a Location Des Moines, Iowa (IA), MercyOne Des Moines. Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Patient Care Technician Assistant - PeriOp. As a Patient Care Technician Assistant - PeriOp at MercyOne, Supports the professional clinical staff by providing direct patient care and performing studies and tests as assigned by the physician or RN. These duties may vary by shift or may be unit‑specific. Serves the population from neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric.

Schedule

• Shift start and end flexible. Start between 5:45am and 9am. End time between 14:30 and 18:00. Monday through Friday 3 to 5 days per week. 8, 10, and 12 hour shifts available

General Requirements

• Assists O.R. staff in a variety of tasks including, but not limited to, positioning and moving patients, locating, moving and set-up of equipment and supplies, preparing rooms, and opening sterile supplies.
• Assist with such tasks as patient transport when appropriate.
• Orders and ensures availability of supplies as assigned.
• Perform assigned tasks to ensure a clean and orderly environment throughout the department.
• Communicate appropriately with staff, physicians, patients and families.
• Obtains and returns x-rays.
• Delivers specimens to Lab; obtains blood from Blood Bank.
• Complies with OSHA/JCAHO and other guidelines and policies.
• Sets up trauma room
• Performs sterilization & monitoring tests.
• Pulls and utilizes preference cards.

Education

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience in medical setting preferred.
• Ability to read, write and speak English language.
• Basic Life Support certified within six (6) weeks of hire. The acceptable credentialing body is the American Heart Association
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system! Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.