Cardiac Telemetry Care Tech — Hands-on Patient Support

Emory Healthcare, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory Healthcare in Atlanta is seeking a patient care assistant to support hygiene, mobility, and comfort under RN/LPN supervision. You will document intake/output and observations, assist with admissions/discharges, and help with procedures while ensuring safety and infection control.

The role emphasizes effective communication with patients, families, and care teams. It involves operating clinical equipment, collaborating on performance improvement initiatives, and maintaining competencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification or equivalent credentials preferred.
• BLS certification required or preferred per policy.
• Previous healthcare experience is not required but preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs assigned patient care duties including hygiene, comfort, rest, mobility, and elimination support.
• Assists with patient procedures and emergencies as directed by RN/LPN.
• Records patient intake and output and documents observations accurately and in a timely manner.
• Provides support in patient admission, transfer, and discharge processes.
• Assists with range of motion, ambulation, patient transfers, diet, and postmortem care.
• Observes and reports significant or unusual patient or environmental information to RN/LPN.
• Utilizes appropriate technology and equipment safely in the provision of care.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification

BLS certification

Tools

Bag-valve-mask device

Suction equipment

Bedside glucose monitoring

Pneumatic compression stockings

Oxygen equipment

Job description

Emory Healthcare in Atlanta is seeking a patient care assistant to support hygiene, mobility, and comfort under RN/LPN supervision. You will document intake/output and observations, assist with admissions/discharges, and help with procedures while ensuring safety and infection control.

The role emphasizes effective communication with patients, families, and care teams. It involves operating clinical equipment, collaborating on performance improvement initiatives, and maintaining competencies.