Patient Care Technician- North 6 General Surgery- Methodist

UnityPoint Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Patient Care Technician for part-time shifts in Des Moines, Iowa. The role involves direct patient care, including mobility assistance and respiratory support, under the supervision of a registered nurse. Join a supportive team recognized for its exceptional work culture and benefit programs that place employee well-being at the forefront.

Benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

401K matching

Dental and health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years old or older.
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 75 hour Certified Nursing Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care and treatments under RN supervision.
• Provide and document care, including daily living activities and mobility.
• Lifting and transporting patients as directed.

Skills

Patient care

Mobility assistance

Specimen collection

Respiratory support

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Aid certification

Job description

Overview

Patient Care Technician- North 6 General Surgery- Methodist

Part-Time Days or Weekend Package Days

Benefit Eligible

Shift differential for qualifying shifts

Sign-On Bonus: $3,000 for full-time offers

North 6 cares for patients with acute care surgical needs, specializing in colorectal and bariatric sleeve procedures, along with caring for acute care patients with medical diagnoses. The physicians and unit have received designation as a Center of Excellence for Bariatric Surgery. Collaborates with the Physician Surgical Residency Program to ensure the patients receive the best outcomes.

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

• Must be 16 years old or older.
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Minimum of 75 hour Certified Nursing Aid certification preferred.
• Dept of Labor Level III (Medium) Work. Candidates must successfully complete a post-offer, pre-employment strength and agility test at Medium Level of Work.