Patient Care Technician - PACU 100%25 at University of Iowa

Iowa City, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Vital Signs Recording, Medical Asepsis, Phlebotomy, IV Removal, Foley Catheter Removal, Patient Isolation Care, Diagnostic Procedures, Therapeutic Procedures, Preoperative Skin Preparation, Dressing Changes, Specimen Collection, ECG Lead Placement, Patient Hygiene, Patient Transport, Intake and Output Recording, Equipment Maintenance

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

University of Iowa Health Care is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the PACU within the Perioperative Division. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: 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. Percent of Time: 100%25 Schedule: Shift start times between 0800-1600, shift rotation, weekend coverage, holiday coverage, call , etc. Location: Iowa City, IA Merit Pay Plan: Pay Level 5: https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/guide-pay-plans/iowa-board-regents-pay-plans#heading41821 Benefits Highlights: Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans - click here for details For more information about why you should select UI Health Care, click here Minimum Eligibility Requirements: Ability to read, write and follow instructions. Desired Requirements: CNA A resume is required as part of the application process. This posting is for multiple openings and will be posted for 10 calendar days. At the end of the 10-day posting period, candidates may reapply to be considered for additional openings. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For questions or additional information, please contact Faby Orozco at fabiola-orozco@uiowa.edu. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include independently obtaining vital signs, performing medical asepsis during tasks like phlebotomy and catheter removal, and caring for medically isolated patients. The technician will also assist with patient admissions, transfers, discharges, personal hygiene, and transport, while maintaining unit cleanliness.