What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Technician-Resource-Float position at UnityPoint Health?
- Area of Interest: Nursing Aides, Assistants, and Techs
- FTE/Hours per pay period: .40
- Department: Nursing Float/Central Resource
- Shift: Days, 7:00 am - 3:00 pm, for 32 hours per pay period. There is a holiday and every other weekend rotation.
- Job ID: 180497
Shift: Part-time, Days 7:00 am - 3:00 pm, for 32 hours per pay period, holiday and every other weekend rotation
Care that goes everywhere — join our Float Team!
Are you adaptable, compassionate, and ready to make an impact wherever you’re needed most? We’re looking for a Patient Care Technician to join our Resource Float Team — a dynamic role where no two days are the same!
Seize this opportunity to be part of a team that makes a real difference in patients’ lives!
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.
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
- Take and record vital signs, blood sugars, and monitor patient condition
- Assist patients with daily activities (mobility, hygiene, meals, and comfort needs)
- Support safe transfers, ambulation, and fall prevention
- Provide compassionate interaction and emotional support to patients and families
- Collaborate with nurses and the care team during treatments and procedures
Education:
- High School Diploma/GED or currently and actively working towards completion of Diploma/GED
- Prefer candidates that have successfully completed the CNA program and are active on the Iowa Direct Care Registry
- Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or within 3 months from date of hire