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PCT - Emergency Department

UnityPoint Health

Des Moines, IAFull-timeSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
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Location
Des Moines, IA
Schedule
Full-time
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Basic Life Support Certification

Job overview

Under the direction of a licensed professional, the Patient Care Technician provides hands-on patient care and comfort in the Emergency Department. The role assists with clinical procedures and technical tasks, observes and documents patient status, and supports safe unit operations through personal care, mobility, nutrition, and other patient needs. The PCT works with the interdisciplinary team to provide patient- and family-centered support.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Patient CareActivities of Daily LivingPatient MobilitySpecimen CollectionRespiratory SupportPatient Lifting and Transport

Qualifications

Basic CNA Course or EMT-B CertificationValid Driver's LicenseBasic Life Support CertificationMust Be 18+

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
401(k) Match
Dental Insurance
Medical Insurance
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

  • Area of Interest: Nursing Aides, Assistants, and Techs

  • FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.9

  • Department: Emergency Department- Luth

  • Shift: 7a-7p/11a-11p Flex, every 4th weekend and holiday rotation, 36 hours/week

  • Job ID: 185742

Overview

Shift: 7a-7p/11a-11p Flex, every 4th weekend and holiday rotation, 36 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

License(s)/Certification(s):

Basic CNA Course or EMT-B Certification

Valid driver's license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.

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

Other:

Must be Eighteen (18) years old or older

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