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Patient Care Technician-Babka

Job Overview

Overview

Under the supervision of an RN, provides direct patient care. Provides technical services and support for patients undergoing surgical procedures and their families. Successful performance contributes to a holistic approach to the delivery of services, improved patient care, and a high level of satisfaction from patients and families.

Why UnityPoint Health? 

• Commitment to our Team – We’ve been named a  Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare 2022  by Becker’s Healthcare for our commitment to our team members. 
• Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you Come for a fulfilling career and experience  a culture  guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve. 
• Benefits – Our competitive  Total Rewards  program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. 
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation. 
• Development – We believe equipping you with support and  development opportunities  is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience. 
• Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve. 

Visit us at UnityPoint.org/careers to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.  https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/  

Responsibilities

Main Function

• Assists with simple procedures such as shave prep of surgical site, transfer of patients, responding to call lights, cleaning and restocking rooms.
• Transports patients, equipment, supplies, and specimens.
• Verifies patient identification on name band and chart using 2 patient identifiers (name and birthdate) for any patient care related work.
• Assists in maintaining a clean, orderly and safe environment.
• Utilizes a holistic approach (considering physical, psych/social, spiritual, educational, safety, and related criteria) appropriate to the age of the patients served in the assigned service area.
• Demonstrates initiative to improve quality and customer service.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities, objective and open to other’s views, gives and welcomes feedback, contributes to positive team goals, puts success of team above own interest.

Department Support

• Performs routine cleaning on equipment.
• Assists in department cleaning and storing of supplies and linen.
• Assists with room turnover and cleaning.
• Performs tasks as delegated by team members.

Qualifications