Patient Care Technician (M-F0900-1730 1st Shift) IR Radiology

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

Position Responsibilities:

• 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.
• 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.
• Takes and records temperature pulse respiration and blood pressure oxygen level and other various assessments as instructed.
• Demonstrate accountability for patient satisfaction.
• Cleans clinical areas and exam rooms dependent on the area of assignment.
• 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.

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

Percent of Time: 100%

Schedule: Monday-Friday 0900-1730

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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