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UnityPoint Health

Patient Care Technician-Y7 Medical/Surgery-Methodist

UnityPoint Health, Des Moines

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Overview
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Sign-On Bonus: $3,000 for full-time offers

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Part-Time Nights, 11pm-7:30am or Part-Time Evenings 3pm-11:30pm, every third weekend and holiday rotation

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Younker 7 is a dynamic acute care medical unit that provides comprehensive care to adult patients with a wide range of medical diagnoses. Our team specializes in managing complex and chronic conditions such as: sepsis, pulmonary disorders, diabetes, heart failure, electrolyte imbalances, and many other acute medical issues. We are proud to partner with the Physician Internal Medicine Residency Program , placing us at the forefront of innovative patient care initiatives and evidence-based practices. Join a team where your skills, compassion, and innovation are valued every day. Apply now to become part of the Younker 7 family!

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Why UnityPoint Health?
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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.  

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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:      

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  • Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   
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  • Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  
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  • Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   
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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.  

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And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

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Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. 

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Responsibilities
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  • PCTs will perform 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.
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  • Possess the ability to lift, move, position and transport patients.
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  • Demonstrates the ability to meet the department work schedule.
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  • Demonstrates initiative to improve quality of care, patient and employee safety, and customer service.
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  • Team members under the age of 18 may not independently operate mechanical lift equipment.
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Qualifications
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License(s)/Certification(s):

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

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  • Must be 16 years old or older
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  • Level 3 Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
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