Patient Care Technician-Endoscopy-Methodist

UnityPoint Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Job summary

UnityPoint Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician in Des Moines, IA. The role involves hands-on patient care, daily living activities, and collaboration with the nursing team to ensure safety and comfort.

Shifts are 8 hours with start times between 6:30a and 8:00a. The position does not include weekends or holidays, and requires lifting and mobility support as part of patient care.

Qualifications

• Must have or obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 3 months from date of hire.
• 75-Hour Basic CNA Course preferred.

Responsibilities

• PCT delivers hands-on patient care and reports patient status under RN supervision.
• Assists with activities of daily living and basic procedures.
• Lifts, moves, positions, and transports patients as needed.
• Maintains safety and supports unit operations under supervision.

Skills

BLS certification

CNA training

Driver's license

Age 18+

Education

75-Hour Basic CNA Course

Job description

Overview

Shift: 8-hour shifts with varying start time between 6:30a-8:00a, No weekend and holiday, 16-24 hours/week

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

• PCTs will perform patient care and treatments under supervision of a RN. Provides and documents care including, but not limited to, activities of daily living, mobility, specimen collection and respiratory support activities as directed by the RN.
• Possess the ability to lift, move, position and transport patients.
• Demonstrates the ability to meet the department work schedule.
• Demonstrates initiative to improve quality of care, patient and employee safety, and customer service.
• Team members under the age of 18 may not independently operate mechanical lift equipment.

Qualifications

License(s)/Certification(s):

• 75-Hour Basic CNA Course preferred
• Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain certification within three (3) months from date of hire
• Valid driver's license

Other:

• Must be Eighteen (18) years of age or older
• Level 3 Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.