Patient Care Technician-Dialysis

UnityPoint Health; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UnityPoint Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to deliver hands-on patient care and support the care team within daytime and occasional Saturday shifts. The role emphasizes compassionate, patient- and family-centered support while performing clinical tasks under licensed supervision.

Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, monitoring vital signs, documenting in the EMR, transporting patients, and maintaining a safe, clean care environment across diverse units.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (or current enrollment) required.
• BCLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the RN and licensed team to achieve patient care outcomes and goals of care.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and elimination.
• Document care and patient data in the EMR accurately and promptly.
• Transport patients, equipment, and specimens safely.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment.
• Support unit operations and effective communication across the care team.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

EMR documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

BCLS

Job description

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 membersto achieve patient care outcomes and goals of care, as identified inthe 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, pulseoximetry, 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