Compassionate Patient Care Technician

Emory Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits from day 1

Student loan repayment

Family-focused benefits

Wellness incentives

Mentorship programs

Job summary

Emory Healthcare in Atlanta is seeking a patient care assistant to support nursing staff and deliver basic care in a fast-paced hospital setting. The role involves assisting with patient procedures, transporting specimens, maintaining hygiene, and collaborating with RNs/LPNs to promote comfort and safety.

BLS is required, and a high school diploma or equivalent is expected, with CNA options described in the qualifications.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• BLS required.
• One year of direct patient care experience, or successful completion of a nursing assistant training course, or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license through State of Georgia, OR current enrollment in a nursing program and completion of 2 clinical rotations.

Responsibilities

• Performs assigned patient care and observation duties under the direction of a Registered Nurse and/or LPN, including but not limited to: cleaning the patient's room, operating various clinical equipment, helping with emergencies, assisting with patient procedures, collecting and transporting patient specimens and completing applicable forms.
• Communicates with patients, families and members of the patient care team.
• Maintains hospital and unit-specific competencies.
• Promotes a supportive and healing environment so that customer and staff satisfaction are enhanced.
• Assists in emergency situations as directed by an RN/LPN.
• Ensures hygiene, comfort, and rest are provided.
• Assists with use of medical equipment and monitoring devices.
• Transports patients and specimens throughout the hospital as needed.
• Contributes to patient admission, transfer, and discharge.

Skills

Patient care

BLS

Education

High school diploma

Nursing assistant training

Georgia CNA license

Job description

Emory Healthcare in Atlanta is seeking a patient care assistant to support nursing staff and deliver basic care in a fast-paced hospital setting. The role involves assisting with patient procedures, transporting specimens, maintaining hygiene, and collaborating with RNs/LPNs to promote comfort and safety.

BLS is required, and a high school diploma or equivalent is expected, with CNA options described in the qualifications.