Patient Care Technician

Overview

All Campuses, Various Units

No Experience Needed, On the Job Training offered. Keep reading below for more information!

$3,000 sign on bonus for full time!

Under the direct supervision of a Nurse, the Patient Care Tech provides basic nursing care for the personal and comfort needs of the patient.

Locations: Bettendorf, IA, Rock Island, IL, and Moline, ILFull Time, Part Time positions available; weekend and holiday rotations required. Shifts: 1st, 2nd and 3rd Shifts available (8-12 hour shifts)Shift Differentials: Base + 12% for any hours worked 6pm-6am + $1/hr for all hours worked on Sat/Sundays

Extended Training and Support

After the initial two-day training, you will receive 4-5 weeks of one-on-one guided training on the unit. This period allows you to:

• Work Closely with Experienced PCTs: Receive personalized guidance and support.
• Develop Confidence and Competence: Gradually take on more responsibilities as you become more comfortable with patient care activities.

Celebrate Your Success

Upon completing the training program, we hold a graduation ceremony to celebrate your accomplishments. This is a great opportunity to reflect on your journey and look forward to your future in patient care.

High Retention Rate

We are proud to share that our program boasts a 91% retention rate among participants. This speaks to the effectiveness of our training and the supportive environment we foster.

Join us and make a difference in the lives of patients while building a rewarding career in healthcare. Apply today to become a part of our dedicated team of Patient Care Techs!

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:    

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.  

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

Clinical Excellence/Patient Care

• Contributes toward accomplishment of patient’s Plan of Care goals by providing care activities as assigned by the nurse.
• Demonstrates competence in the implementation/administration of age appropriate care in accordance with established Practice Guidelines, Policies/Procedures and State/Federal Law in regards to hygiene, nutritional, elimination, and activity measures as well as non-sterile/non-invasive procedures, oxygen setup, simple dressings, traction set-up, blood glucose testing, measuring and recording vital signs and non-sterile specimen collection.
• Promptly completes documentation to assure an accurate legal record of patient’s care.

Department Support

• Promotes, monitors and maintains a safe clean environment by assisting with identifying safety needs of patients and modifying the environment to meet these needs, perform light housekeeping functions to maintain a clean, neat and orderly work/patient care area, adhering to established Universal/Standard precautions.
• Provides for efficient operation of unit/department by taking initiative and assuming other responsibilities as needed.
• Contributes effectively to the communication needs of the department by acknowledging patients, healthcare providers and visitors upon arrival to the unit, engaging in collaborative communication, identifying and reporting patient care concerns in a timely manner, practicing excellent telephone etiquette

Qualifications

Experience: Must be at least 16 years old.

License(s)/Certification(s): Successful completion and documentation of one of the following:

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English. Multicultural sensitivity. Microsoft Office – basic computer skills. Customer/patient focused. Critical thinking skills using independent judgment in making decisions.

Other: Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position. Work may occasionally require travel to other UPH facilities.

Specific offers are determined by various factors, such as experience, skills, internal equity, and other business needs. The salary range listed does not include other forms of compensation which may include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits that may be applicable to this role.