Patient Care Tech I — Vital Signs & EKG Support

St. Francis-Emory Healthcare; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Francis-Emory Healthcare in Columbus, GA, part of the ScionHealth network, seeks a Multi-Care Technician I to support patient care under RN supervision. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor basics, document I&O, and help with clinical tasks such as 12-lead EKG testing to support safe, effective care.

Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma or equivalent and a postsecondary certificate (CNA, CMA, EMT, or Patient Care Technician). BLS certification is required upon hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Postsecondary certificate in CNA, CMA, EMT, or Patient Care Technician required upon hire.
• BLS certification required upon hire or within timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Monitor vital signs and document intake and output.
• Assist with activities of daily living and mobility.
• Observe and report changes to nursing staff.
• Maintain clean, safe patient rooms and unit areas.
• Perform clerical tasks to support nursing station operations.
• Conduct 12-lead EKG testing as directed.
• Communicate with patients, families, and care team.
• Support infection prevention practices and patient safety.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Infection prevention

Communication

Medical terminology

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Postsecondary certificate CNA

Postsecondary certificate CMA

Postsecondary certificate Patient Care Technician

Postsecondary certificate EMT

Job description

St. Francis-Emory Healthcare in Columbus, GA, part of the ScionHealth network, seeks a Multi-Care Technician I to support patient care under RN supervision. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor basics, document I&O, and help with clinical tasks such as 12-lead EKG testing to support safe, effective care.

Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma or equivalent and a postsecondary certificate (CNA, CMA, EMT, or Patient Care Technician). BLS certification is required upon hire.