Patient Care Technician-PACU-Methodist

UnityPoint Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401K matching

Employee recognition program

Daily Pay

Job summary

UnityPoint Health in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Patient Care Technician to deliver hands-on patient care under licensed supervision. The role focuses on personal care, mobility, nutrition, hydration, and preparation for procedures, while supporting safe unit operations and a compassionate, family-centered approach.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package within UnityPoint Health’s Total Rewards program, including paid time off, health/dental insurance, holidays, disability

Qualifications

• CNA certification preferred.
• BLS certification required or obtain within 3 months from date of hire.
• Must be 16 years old or older.
• Valid driver's license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assists with simple procedures such as transfer and positioning of patients.
• Transports patients, equipment, supplies, and specimens.
• Verifies patient identification on name band and chart, using two patient identifiers - name and birthdate.
• Assists in maintaining a clean, orderly and safe environment.
• Routinely restocks supplies in the department, change out linen, cleans transport carts.
• Utilizes a holistic approach appropriate to the age of the patients served in the assigned service area.
• Demonstrates initiative to improve quality and customer service.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities, objective and open to other’s views, gives and welcomes feedback, contributes to positive team goals.

Education

CNA certification preferred

BLS certification or to obtain within 3 months of hire

Job description

• Area of Interest: Nursing Aides, Assistants, and Techs
• Department: PACU- Meth
• Shift: 2 days per week with rotating hours 8am-7:30pm; Monday-Friday only; 16 hours/week
• Job ID: 186181

• Area of Interest: Nursing Aides, Assistants, and Techs
• FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.4
• Department: PACU- Meth
• Shift: 2 days per week with rotating hours 8am-7:30pm; Monday-Friday only; 16 hours/week
• Job ID: 186181

Overview

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.

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

• Assists with simple procedures such as transfer and positioning of patients.
• Transports patients, equipment, supplies, and specimens.
• Verifies patient identification on name band and chart, using two patient identifiers - name and birthdate.
• Assists in maintaining a clean, orderly and safe environment.
• Routinely restocks supplies in the department, change out linen, cleans transport carts.
• 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.
• Assures all specimens are labeled in accordance with standards, prior to transport.
• Demonstrates initiative to improve quality and customer service.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities, objective and open to other’s views, gives and welcomes feedback, contributes to positive team goals, puts success of team above own interest.
• Team members under the age of 18 may not independently operate mechanical lift equipment.

Qualifications

• CNA certification preferred
• Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain certification within three (3) months from date of hire.

License(s)/Certification(s):

• CNA certification preferred
• Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain certification within three (3) months from date of hire.

Other:

• Must be 16 years old or older
• Valid driver's license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons
• 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.