Surgical & Trauma Care Tech - Night Shift

The University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan contributions

Job summary

The University of Iowa Health Care seeks Patient Care Technicians for the Surgical & Trauma Care Unit (3RC) within the Medical Surgical Services Division in Iowa City, IA. This 48-bed unit specializes in orthopedics, trauma, and spine care, and emphasizes patient-centered care alongside dedicated nursing staff.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, providing aseptic care, phlebotomy, admission/transfers, personal care, and assisting with mobility and comfort.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and follow instructions.
• Self-disclose any conviction history; background check and credential verification required.

Responsibilities

• Independently obtain and record vital signs.
• Perform basic medical asepsis and tasks (phlebotomy, IV removal, catheter care).
• Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Assist with patient hygiene, comfort, positioning and mobility.
• Transport patients and supplies; stock rooms and rooms.”

Skills

Vital signs

Medical asepsis

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Phlebotomy equipment

ECG lead placement

Job description

The University of Iowa Health Care seeks Patient Care Technicians for the Surgical & Trauma Care Unit (3RC) within the Medical Surgical Services Division in Iowa City, IA. This 48-bed unit specializes in orthopedics, trauma, and spine care, and emphasizes patient-centered care alongside dedicated nursing staff.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, providing aseptic care, phlebotomy, admission/transfers, personal care, and assisting with mobility and comfort.