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Patient Care Tech (PCT) - 5N-Days-Full Time

MercyOne

Des Moines, IA
4 days ago

Job Description

Join MercyOne as a Patient Care Technician (PCT) and support our clinical staff in delivering exceptional patient care. You'll assist with essential health services while ensuring patient safety and comfort. Be part of a compassionate team making a difference in the lives of patients each day.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver assigned patient care and treatment as delegated by an RN or LPN
  • Assist patients with personal hygiene, bathing, ambulation, and other activities
  • Respond to patient calls and ensure safety and comfort
  • Measure vital signs and perform bedside blood glucose testing
  • Initiate or assist with emergency support measures
  • Prepare patients and rooms for procedures, admissions, and transfers
  • Observe and report changes in patient condition
  • Collect and label specimens

Required Qualifications

  • Completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant program (75-hour, 120-hour, or 150-hour)
  • Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers
  • Must be 16 years of age
  • Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter training

Preferred Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited RN or LPN program
  • Certification as an EMT in the State of Iowa
  • Medical occupational specialty from the military

Benefits & Perks

Wellness programsEducation reimbursementPersonalized health insurance plans (including dental and vision)Paid time offLong- and short-term leaveRetirement planningLife insurance coverage