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UnityPoint Health · Iowa Lutheran Hospital · Des Moines, IA

Patient Care Technician

EducationHS diploma
PostedOct 22
✓You’ll need
Certifications
✓75 Hour Basic CNA Course or CMA
✓Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain certification within three (3) months from date of hire
Education
✓High School graduate or GED equivalent
Qualifications
✓Eighteen (18) years old
✓Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons
Previous healthcare experience, or experience in behavioral health/substance use disorder services preferred
+Benefits
401(k) with matchPaid time offTuition assistancePaid parental leaveLife and disability insurance
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✓You’ll need
Certifications
✓75 Hour Basic CNA Course or CMA
✓Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain certification within three (3) months from date of hire
Education
✓High School graduate or GED equivalent
Qualifications
✓Eighteen (18) years old
✓Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons
Previous healthcare experience, or experience in behavioral health/substance use disorder services preferred
+Benefits
401(k) with matchPaid time offTuition assistancePaid parental leaveLife and disability insurance
Want the next CNA/PCT job in Iowa by email?
Weekly, free, unsubscribe with one click.

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Area of Interest: Nursing Aides, Assistants, and Techs FTE/Hours per pay period: .01 Department: Powell CDC

PRN, As Needed Job ID: 188986 Overview

PRN, As Needed 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 Takes and records vital signs, withdrawal symptoms and mental health symptoms. Performs and documents direct care given to patients in conformance with treatment plan. Notify RN or medical staff of significant patient medical or behavioral health concerns.

Coordinates and reports urine drug monitoring procedures, result reports, color assignments and reports these to clinical team daily. Completes new patient orientation and recreation activities with patients and documents in the EHR. 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.

Qualifications

Eighteen (18) years old High School graduate or GED equivalent 75 Hour Basic CNA Course or CMA

Previous healthcare experience, or experience in behavioral health/substance use disorder services preferred License(s)/Certification(s): 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