University of Iowa · 11 hours ago
Patient Care Technician - Acute Internal Medicine Unit (4/5 South) - 90% Night Shifts
Iowa City, IA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelThe University of Iowa Health Care is seeking Patient Care Technicians for the Acute Medicine Unit within the Medical Surgical Services Division. The role involves assisting nursing staff in providing patient care, including obtaining vital signs, performing diagnostic procedures, and ensuring patient comfort in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
Ability to read, write and follow instructions
Preferred
CNA
Benefits
Paid vacation
Sick leave
Health, dental, life and disability insurance options
Generous employer contributions into retirement plans
Company
University of Iowa
On our beautiful campus spanning the Iowa River, our faculty and staff enjoy access to an array of cultural, educational, and recreational activities.
Founded in 1975
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kurt H.
Assoc. Professor, E-MBA Business, UI College of Business; Advised 300 companies globally, CEO
Vince Nelson
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