Patient Care Technician - Radiology - 50% - (M-F, 0630 - 1500)

UIOWA•Iowa City, IA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Iowa Health Care Department of Radiology is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care. Under direct supervision, the technician assists imaging technologists by preparing and transporting patients, and by cleaning, stocking, and preparing exam rooms. The role supports a wide variety of imaging procedures and promotes a positive patient experience. This is a regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa, scheduled Monday through Friday from 0630 to 1500, with no weekends or holidays. The position is 50% time. The University of Iowa Health Care is a comprehensive academic medical center and regional referral center. Its mission is “Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.”

Requirements

Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.
Upload a resume and cover letter addressing how the applicant meets the required and desired qualifications.
Successful candidates must disclose any conviction history and undergo a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

Facilitate patient flow through imaging areas by assisting imaging technologists with radiology procedures.
Promote patient comfort through social interaction.
Transport patients, equipment (including Radiology imaging equipment), specimens, and supplies.
Assemble equipment and supplies for diagnostic or treatment procedures, including sterile tray setup.
Help prepare, properly use, and care for equipment and supplies, and maintain the neatness and cleanliness of the assigned area.
Perform simple diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, such as skin preparation, dressing changes, and specimen collection.
Report pertinent patient information and incidents to the imaging technologist and care team, and obtain medical assistance when a patient's condition changes.
Take and record temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, oxygen level, and other assessments as instructed.
Demonstrate accountability for patient satisfaction.
Clean clinical areas and exam rooms according to the area of assignment.
Stock and supply assigned areas.
Maintain patient confidentiality.
Follow departmental policies and procedures, including double identification and hand hygiene.
Collaborate with imaging technologists and other Radiology staff to support patient experience and efficient workflow.
Perform special duties as assigned.