Patient Care Technician - General Medicine

Rochester Regional Health; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health seeks a Patient Care Technician I for the Unity Hospital General Medicine 4300 unit. You will provide direct and indirect patient care under licensed nurses, contributing to safe patient care and efficient unit operations.

You will assist with ADLs, assessments, and coordination of care, with PD competency training offered and a focus on compassionate bedside care for diverse patient needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 required.
• Strong customer service and communication skills preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical unit and follow directions from licensed staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care under supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Assist with admissions, transfers and daily unit operations.
• Support medication administration and patient safety protocols.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree preferred

CNA certification or medical assistant/technician experience

Job description

Job Title: Technician I

Department: General Medicine 4300

Location: Unity Hospital

Hours Per Week: 37.5

Schedule: Days/Evenings/Nights

SUMMARY:

As a Patient Care Technician, you will provide direct or indirect patient care in accordance with treatment plans as determined/delegated by a licensed nurse. Your ability to assist with tasks necessary for the general management and organization of the patient care unit is crucial in the overall success of the unit and comfort of Rochester Regional patients.

4300 is a 20 bed, medical surgical unit with the additional specialty of Peritoneal Dialysis. This unit cares for general medical patients with varying conditions and any patient who requires peritoneal dialysis (PD) during their hospital admission. All RN & LPNs are required to become PD competent through our hospital training course. RRH reimburses or pays for this competency for our nurses.

Nursing staff are responsible for assessing patients, passing medications, and following provider orders for patient specific tasks. 4300 is a wonderful unit to start or continue your nursing career as you will see a variety of medical conditions, treatment plans, and nursing skills. We provide multidisciplinary support with daily care team rounding and geographically assigned teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Patient Care & Service - Provide direct patient care & indirect activities to facilitate unit functioning; provide safe and competent care for patients with relationship to nutritional, skin integrity, elimination & hygiene needs; take patient vital signs; ensure equipment and all facilities are clean and stocked with appropriatesupplies.

• Admission & Transfer of Patients - Assist with admission, discharge and transfer ofpatients.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum age requirement: 18
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates Degreepreferred.

• Completion of one of the following is strongly preferred: Nursing Fundamentals, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification -OR- one (1) year experience as a medical assistant/technician in a health-relatedfacility.

• Excellent customer service and communication skills preferred.

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20-50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee's physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$18.10 - $19.75

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14626

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.