UnityPoint Health
UnityPoint Health·18 hours ago

Patient care technician-inpt older adult mental health-ilh

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Location

onsite, Des Moines, IA, United States

Commitment

Full Time

Level

Junior (<2 years)

Required skills

Patient CareActivities Of Daily LivingMobility AssistancePatient Positioning And TransportSpecimen CollectionRespiratory SupportPatient ObservationClinical DocumentationPatient SafetyInfection And Complication PreventionNutrition And Hydration SupportElimination CareTeam CollaborationPatient And Family-Centered CareCustomer ServiceStrength And Agility

Job Description

Overview

Shift: Day/Evening rotation, every other weekend and holiday rotation, 32 hours/week

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.

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

PCT performs 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.

Qualifications

Must be 18 years old or older.

Basic CNA 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.

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