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Patient Care Tech (CNA) - Des Moines Hospital Inpatient Units

Campus: Openings at Methodist, Lutheran and Methodist West

Indeed Virtual Interview Event - Thursday, August 6, 2026| 8:30AM – 3:30PM

Join us for our  Open Interview Event! We’re hiring PCTs across several departments at UnityPoint Health-Hospitals in Des Moines, Iowa. Whether you’re an experienced CNA or just starting your career, we want to meet you and learn more about your interests, skills, and career goals.

Sign-On Bonus for external hires: $3,000.00 paid over 1 year (Full-time, .80 FTE positions only)

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) is responsible for a variety of tasks and services to assist in the provision of care and comfort for patients under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). Reports and records observations and contribute to the efficient functionality of the department. 

To register for an interview click here: PCT Virtual Hiring Event

Units Hiring During the Event:

• Medical/Surgical
• Behavioral Health
• Inpatient Rehab
• Cardiology
• Float Pool *must have hospital CNA Experience

Shifts Available: 

Full-Time: Days, Evenings, Nights, Day/Evening Mix

Part-Time: Days, Evenings, Nights, Day/Night Mix

Shift Differentials:

• Shift differential of $2.65/hr for hours worked 3pm-11pm
• Shift differential of $2.65/hr for hours worked from 11pm-7am
• Weekend shift differential of $2.50/hr for hours worked between Friday 11pm to Monday 7am

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.

• PCT performs 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.

Experience: Must be at least 16 years old; Please note: Some positions may require at least 18 years old

License(s)/Certification(s): Successful completion and documentation of one of the following:

1. Must have recently or previously completed a CNA course 
2. Active CNA Certification or EMT-B Certification preferred
3. Valid Driver's License when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons
4. Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain within three months from date of hire