Patient Care Technician-Y5 Renal/Uro/Transplant-Methodist

UnityPoint Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Patient Care Technician, where your contributions will directly impact patient care in a specialized unit. This role involves providing essential support under the guidance of registered nurses, ensuring patients receive the highest quality of care. With a focus on teamwork and patient-centered approaches, you will be part of a dedicated team that values each member's unique contributions. Enjoy a fulfilling career with opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive environment that champions diversity and inclusion. Make a difference in the lives of patients and their families while advancing your own career in healthcare.

Benefits

Paid time off

401K matching

Employee recognition program

Dental and health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Pet insurance

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years or older with a preferred CNA certification.
• Ability to lift, move, and transport patients effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care and treatments under RN supervision.
• Document care and assist with activities of daily living.

Skills

Patient Care

Mobility Assistance

Documentation Skills

Quality Improvement

Education

Certified Nursing Aid Certification (75 hours preferred)

Job description

Overview

Patient Care Technician - Younker 5 Renal/Uro/Transplant

Shift: Days; Full Time and Part Time
Nights; Full Time and Part Time

Each shift requires every 3rd weekend and holiday rotation

Benefits Eligible

Shift Differential for qualifying shifts

$3,000 Sign On Bonus for qualifying candidates

Younker 5 is a 22 bed Renal, Transplant, and Urology unit specializing in medical surgical patients. We are Transplant Center Certified and take pride in being one of Central Iowa’s only Kidney Transplant Centers. Our hard working team is thoroughly committed to offering a multidisciplinary approach to patient centered care involving achievement on best patient outcomes and safe discharge plans.

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:

• 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. 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 the supervision of an 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.

Qualifications:

• Must be 16 years old or older.
• Minimum of 75 hour Certified Nursing Aid certification preferred. Indicate on your application which CNA certification you possess (75 hour, 120 hour, or 150 hour).
• 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.