The University of Iowa Health Care Department of Radiology is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support our Interventional Radiology Division in providing safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care. Working under direct supervision, this position assists imaging technologists with by preparing patients for exams, transporting patients to and from imaging areas, and ensuring exam rooms are cleaned, stocked, and ready for the next patient. The Patient Care Technician plays an essential role in supporting the performance of a wide variety of MRI imaging procedures while promoting a positive patient experience.
Facilitates 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
Assembles 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
Demonstrates accountability for patient satisfaction
Cleans clinical areas and exam rooms dependent on the area of assignment
Stocks and supplies assigned areas
Maintains 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.
University of Iowa Health Care — recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives. ®
To be considered, applicants must upload a resume and a cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. For questions, please reach out to Kayla Ledger at kayla-ledger@uiowa.edu
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days or until position is filled
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check
WE CARE Core Values
Welcoming: We strive for an environment where every voice is heard, emphasize, regular communication, and seek transparency wherever possible.
Excellence: We strive to achieve excellence in all that we do.
Collaboration: We believe teamwork is the best way to work.
Accountability: We behave ethically, act openly and with integrity in all that we do, taking responsibility for our actions.
Respect: We honor diversity and recognize the worth and dignity of every person.
Equity: We dedicate ourselves to equity and fairness.
Mission
Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®
University of Iowa Health Care is changing medicine through:
• Pioneering discovery
• Innovative interprofessional education
• Delivery of superb clinical care
• An extraordinary patient experience in a multi-disciplinary, collaborative, team-based environment
University of Iowa Health Care is changing lives by:
• Preventing and curing disease
• Improving health and well-being
Vision
World Class People: Building on our greatest strength.
World Class Medicine: Creating a new standard of excellence in integrated patient care, research, and education.
For Iowa and the World: Making a difference in quality of life and health for generations.
Recognitions/ Awards
In its 2020 rankings of “Best Employer for Diversity," Forbes ranked UI Health Care No. 47 overall among large employers nationwide and No. 10 in its Healthcare & Social category.
