Compassionate Patient Care Technician — Hands-on Support

Southeast Georgia Health System Inc / SGHS; Brunswick (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeast Georgia Health System Inc / SGHS is seeking a patient care assistant to support patient care in a hospital setting. You will assist with hygiene, mobility, meals, and comfort, and help prepare rooms, transports, and discharge activities with a focus on accurate patient identification and safety.

Responsibilities include documenting patient observations, responding to call lights, and ensuring patient safety through established protocols across shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with hygiene activities (bed bath, oral care, hair care, dressing).
• Prepare patient rooms and admit/discharge procedures, ensuring correct patient identification.
• Assist with meals and feeding; distribute water and nourishments as ordered.
• Collect and transport specimens; respond to patient needs and call lights promptly.
• Maintain patient safety through bed controls, side rails, and other safety measures.
• Demonstrate competency in tasks delegated by licensed nurses (phlebotomy, IV care, etc.) as trained.

Job description

Southeast Georgia Health System Inc / SGHS is seeking a patient care assistant to support patient care in a hospital setting. You will assist with hygiene, mobility, meals, and comfort, and help prepare rooms, transports, and discharge activities with a focus on accurate patient identification and safety.

Responsibilities include documenting patient observations, responding to call lights, and ensuring patient safety through established protocols across shifts.