• Orthopedic Tech

    UnityPoint Health (West Des Moines, IA)


    + Area of Interest: Nursing Aides, Assistants, and Techs

    + Sign On Bonus: $3,000

    + FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.9

    + Department: Orthopedic 3- West

    + Shift: Full and Part Time Nights; Rotating weekends and holidays

    + Job ID: 162074

    Overview

    3 West Ortho has been recognized as Blue Distinction for the care we give to our total hip and knee replacement patients. We are a 34-bed unit that specializes in the orthopaedic population. We also have a wide variety of the medical/surgical adult population. We are a smaller hospital with a family atmosphere. Come be a part of our outstanding team we have here on 3 West!

     

    Why UnityPoint Health?

     

    At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

     

    Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.   Here are just a few:

     

    + Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program .

    + Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

    + Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family .

     

    With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

     

    And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

     

    Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

    Responsibilities

    + PCTs will perform patient care and treatments under supervision of a RN. Provides and documents care including, but not limited to, activities of daily living, mobility, specimen collection and respiratory support activities as directed by the RN.

    + Possess the ability to lift, move, position and transport patients.

    + Demonstrates the ability to meet the department work schedule.

    + Demonstrates initiative to improve quality of care, patient and employee safety, and customer service.

    + Team members under the age of 18 may not independently operate mechanical lift equipment.

    Qualifications

    License(s)/Certification(s):

    + CNA certification preferred

    + Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain certification within three (3) months from date of hire.

    Other:

    + Must be 16 years old or older

    + Level 3 Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently , and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.