PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN

2 weeks ago


Iowa City IA United States University of Iowa Full time
The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics department of Nursing is seeking a Patient Care Technician who under direct supervision, assists the members of the nursing team in provision of multiple types of patient care in the in-patient and out-patient care areas. Their work requires familiarity with a wide variety of nursing procedures used in delivering patient care.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

* Independently obtain and record vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
* Carries out medical asepsis when performing skills and tasks including but not limited to phlebotomy, peripheral IV removal, & Foley catheter removal and cares for patients who are medically isolated.
* Performs simple diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as enemas, preoperative preparation of the skin, dressing changes, collecting specimens, applying binders, braces, etc.
* Performs special duties as taught and directed by the nurse in charge including but not limited to phlebotomy, ECG lead/12 lead placement, and brace/pin site cares.
* Assists with patient admission, transfers, and discharges.
* Directly provides for patients' personal hygiene and comfort.
* Turns, positions and ambulates patients.
* Transports patients, equipment, specimens, and supplies.
* Feeds patients, serves drinking water and nourishments, and records patients' intake.
* Assists patients with bedpans and urinals and records output.
* Participates in nursing care conferences; reports pertinent patient information and incidents to nurse in charge.
* Provides for patient comfort measures through social interactions.
* Shares responsibility for preparation, proper use and care of equipment and supplies, and for neatness and cleanliness of unit.
* May assemble and maintain equipment and supplies in preparation for various diagnostic or treatment procedures performed by physicians or nurse.
* Cleans areas per designated guidelines and standards demonstrating proper use of approved disinfectants, cleaning products, and care of the housekeeping equipment
* Stock and supply patient rooms and nursing units.

Percent of Time: 50% - 100%

Schedule: Variable day shifts - Monday - Friday. 0830-1700. No holidays or weekends. 1 late day a week.

Hourly: $17.00

Location: UIHC Main Campus

Benefits Highlights: Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life, and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at: https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits

Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

* Ability to read, write and follow instructions.

Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. For questions, contact rebecca-beggs@uiowa.edu.

Additional Information

* Classification Title: Patient Care Technician
* Appointment Type: Merit
* Schedule: Full-time
* Work Modality Options: On Campus

Compensation

* Pay Level: 5

Contact Information

* Organization: Healthcare
* Contact Name: Rebecca Beggs
* Contact Email: rebecca-beggs@uiowa.edu

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