Multiskilled Tech, OR Recovery - Days

ScionHealth; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Francis–Emory Healthcare in Columbus, GA, seeks a Multi-Care Technician II to support patient care, perform EKGs, monitor telemetry, and assist with daily living tasks under RN supervision. The role emphasizes compassionate interaction with patients and families and adherence to hospital safety standards.

The candidate will lift/move patients, document medical data, and collaborate with the care team in a busy hospital environment that values excellence in community health.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology and basic hospital safety standards.
• Infection control and hospital safety protocols.
• Strong interpersonal and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care tasks, including hygiene support and monitoring vital signs.
• Provide EKG and telemetry monitoring.
• Assist with ambulation and feeding.
• Document intake/output and abnormal findings.
• Maintain unit cleanliness and complete clerical tasks.
• Serve as a liaison with patient families and staff.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Infection control

Interpersonal and decision-making

Lifting/moving patients

Education

Nursing assistant / patient care tech / medical assistant program

Some college coursework in nursing

Job description

Description

Join St. Francis–Emory Healthcare, a 376-bed community-connected hospital in Columbus, GA, that blends cutting-edge care with hometown purpose. As part of the ScionHealth network, St. Francis has been recognized and awarded multiple high-performing honors by U.S. News & World Report, and received multiple disease-specific certifications from the Joint Commission, and was a rated Top Large Hospital in Georgia. St. Francis also delivers advanced heart, orthopedic, and women’s care services. At St. Francis, you will experience a culture of excellence where your work directly shapes the health of our community.

Job Summary

• The Multi-Care Technician II (MCT II) builds on foundational skills to deliver patient care and monitor telemetry. This position supports patient care activities, performs EKGs, assists in daily living tasks, and functions as a Monitor Tech. Works under the supervision of an RN.

Essential Functions

• Perform patient care tasks, including hygiene support and monitoring vital signs.
• Provide EKG and telemetry monitoring.
• Assist with ambulation and feeding.
• Document intake/output and abnormal findings.
• Maintain unit cleanliness and complete clerical tasks.
• Serve as a liaison with patient families and staff.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Ability to lift/move patients and equipment.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and basic computer use.
• Strong interpersonal and decision-making skills.
• Experience with infection control and hospital safety standards.

Qualifications

Education

• Postsecondary (Cert/Diploma/Program Grad) completion of Nursing Asst, Patient Care Tech, Medical Assistant or Emergency Medical Tech program (Required) Or
• Some College Coursework Completed in an accredited school of nursing to include successful completion of at least 1 semester. (Required)

Licenses/Certifications

• CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant or CMA or EMT Upon Hire (Required) Or
• Other: Current enrollment in an accredited school of nursing Upon Hire (Required) And
• BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire or within facility-specified time frame (Required) And
• EKG - Electrocardiogram Certification Upon Hire (Preferred)

Experience

• 1+ years patient care experience in a hospital setting (Preferred) And
• Combination of Education and Training that includes successful completion of Monitor Tech Course (Required)