Patient Care Technician
UnityPoint Health
Summary
Provides essential clinical and clerical support under the supervision of Registered Nurses and physicians. This role supports patient care through non-invasive clinical tasks, patient monitoring, transport, and maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient care environment.
Job description
Overview
Provides essential clinical and clerical support under the supervision of Registered Nurses and physicians. This role supports patient care through non-invasive clinical tasks, patient monitoring, transport, and maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient care environment.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with RNs and the interdisciplinary care team to support individualized plans of care and optimize patient outcomes
- Accurately obtain, monitor, and document vital signs and clinical data in the electronic medical record (EMR)
- Deliver non-invasive clinical and clerical support within the Emergency Department under RN and physician direction
- Perform EKGs, assist with patient transport, and support activities of daily living while ensuring patient comfort and dignity
- Prepare, maintain, and ensure proper functioning of clinical equipment and treatment areas
- Maintain precise, timely documentation in the electronic health record in accordance with regulatory standards
- Promote a safe, clean, and compliant care environment following infection prevention and safety protocols
- Effective clinical communication and strong interdisciplinary teamwork
- Ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment with sound judgment
- High attention to detail with strong clinical documentation practices
- Demonstrated commitment to patient-centered care, safety, and service excellence
Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or GED
Experience: At least one year of clinical experience - Preferred
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- At least one year of clinical experience (preferred)
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- 401(k) Matching
- Employee recognition program
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid holidays
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Pet insurance
- Daily Pay
- Tuition reimbursement
- Adoption assistance
Company overview
UnityPoint Health is a leading integrated non-profit health system serving communities across Iowa, western Illinois, and southern Wisconsin. As the nation's 13th largest nonprofit health system and fourth largest nondenominational health system in America, UnityPoint Health operates a comprehensive network of 18 regional hospitals, 17 community network hospitals, and over 400 clinics and healthcare facilities. The organization provides a full spectrum of healthcare services including primary care, specialty care, emergency services, surgical procedures, maternity care, cancer treatment, heart care, and home health services. Each year, UnityPoint Health serves nearly 8 million patient visits, performs approximately 100,000 surgeries, and delivers more than 20,000 babies. With more than 29,000 team members, the health system is recognized for its coordinated care approach, shared electronic medical record system, and commitment to making healthcare easier and more personal for patients. UnityPoint Health has been consistently recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare for four consecutive years, reflecting its strong organizational culture and commitment to team member development.