Patient Care Technician - Surgical & Trauma Care Unit (3RC) - 90%25 Night Shifts

University of Iowa•Iowa City, IA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Iowa Health Care is seeking Patient Care Technicians for the 48-bed Surgical & Trauma Care Unit (3RC), part of the Medical Surgical Services Division. The unit cares for adult orthopedic, trauma, and spine patients, including patients with trauma injuries, joint reconstruction, osteosarcoma removal and reconstruction, spine, hand, foot and ankle surgery, amputations, sports injuries, and young adult hip preservation procedures. The team emphasizes patient-centered, compassionate care, teamwork, and a healthy work environment that supports staff growth and career goals. Patient Care Technicians perform specific tasks to assist the Nursing team in providing patient care under the direct supervision of Registered Nurses. The position is located in Iowa City, Iowa, and is scheduled for 36 hours per week on night shifts, with weekend and holiday rotations as assigned.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.
Submit a resume with the application.
Successful candidates must self-disclose conviction history and undergo a criminal background check and credential and education verification.
The position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

Responsibilities

Independently obtain and record vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
Use medical asepsis when performing skills and tasks, including phlebotomy and peripheral IV and Foley catheter removal, and care for medically isolated patients.
Perform simple diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, such as enemas, preoperative skin preparation, dressing changes, specimen collection, and applying binders and braces.
Perform special duties as taught and directed by the nurse in charge, including phlebotomy, ECG lead or 12-lead placement, and brace or pin-site care.
Assist with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
Provide patients with personal hygiene and comfort care.
Turn, position, and ambulate patients.
Transport patients, equipment, specimens, and supplies.
Feed patients, serve drinking water and nourishments, and record patient intake.
Assist patients with bedpans and urinals and record output.
Participate in nursing care conferences and report pertinent patient information and incidents to the nurse in charge.
Promote patient comfort through social interactions.
Help prepare, use, and care for equipment and supplies and maintain unit neatness and cleanliness.
Assemble and maintain equipment and supplies for diagnostic or treatment procedures performed by physicians or nurses, as needed.
Clean designated areas according to guidelines and standards, using approved disinfectants, cleaning products, and housekeeping equipment properly.
Stock and supply patient rooms and nursing units.