Patient Care Technician Weekend Option (Sat & Sun 800-1830 10hr Shift) Nursing Radiology

The University of Iowa Health Care department of Radiologyis seeking a Patient Care Technicianto under direct supervision assists the members of Radiology division in provision of efficient and safe patient care. Assists IR staff with a wide variety of procedures by participating in patient preparation patient transport and room turnover. Assists with management of inventory.

Position Responsibilities:

• Independently Takes and records temperature pulse respiration and blood pressure oxygen level and other various assessments as instructed.
• Responsible for facilitating smooth flow of patients through imaging areas by assisting imaging technologists in the performance of radiology procedures.
• Provides for patient comfort measures through social interactions.
• Performs simple diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as enemas preoperative preparation of the skin dressing changes collecting specimens applying binders braces etc.
• Transports patients equipment (including Radiology imaging equipment) specimens and supplies.
• Assemble equipment and supplies in preparation for various diagnostic or treatment procedures including sterile tray set up.
• Shares responsibility for preparation proper use and care of equipment and supplies and for neatness and cleanliness of assigned area.
• Performs simple diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as preprocedural preparation of the skin dressing changes collecting specimens etc.
• Reports pertinent patient information and incidents to imaging technologist and care team including obtaining medical assistance for changes in the patient condition.
• Directly provides for patients personal hygiene and comfort.
• Demonstrate accountability for patient satisfaction.
• Cleans areas per designated guidelines and standards demonstrating proper use of approved disinfectants cleaning products and care of the housekeeping equipment.
• Stock and supply assigned areas.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Adheres to departmental established policies and procedures including but not limiting to double identification and hand hygiene.
• Collaborates with imaging technologists and other staff across Radiology to ensure optimal patient experience and efficient workflow.
• Performs special duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others verbally electronically and in writing with patients family members and health care staff.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Ability to provide care with regard to patient condition and age.
• Knowledge of principles of sanitation and health hazards.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships.
• Knowledge of medical terminology instruments and supplies.
• Ability to collect patient data and maintain accurate records.
• Knowledge of keyboarding and computer data entry skills.

The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities required of individuals performing this job.

Percent of Time: 50%

Schedule: Weekend Option Saturday and Sunday 0800-1830 10hr Shift.

Pay Grade: 5

Merit Pay Plan

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
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