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Patient Care Technician - Med/Surg
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What they do
A Surgical Technician or Technologist assists with surgical operations. Prepares the operating room and equipment before a procedure, and helps surgeons and nurses during the procedure. Works in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
$57,327 / year median in Iowa
+14% projected growth
Job Description
WinnMed is seeking to hire a Patient Care Technician to join our Med/Surg Team! Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) provide support top patients on the Med/Surg Unit, which is WinnMed's hospital in-patient department. PCTs provide basic patient care under the direction of RN staff. PCTs are also responsible for Unit Secretary duties, which include facilitating nursing station operations, coordination communication between patients, family, visitors, and health team members. PCTs are responsible for observing telemetry cardiac monitors and informing nursing staff of changes and/or life-threatening rhythms. Part Time or Full Time available. Every 3rd weekend and holiday rotation required. The schedule typically includes a variety of shifts, including overnights.