Patient Care Tech - MedSurg

Piedmont-Healthcare; Monroe (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Walton Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Technician to work under licensed staff, providing compassionate care across the lifecycle in a fast-paced medical-surgical environment. You will assist with bedside procedures, IV starts, wound care, and post-op/central line care, with cross-unit float support as needed.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to hospital policy, and ongoing clinical growth within a 36-bed unit on Piedmont Walton Hospital.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Preferred
• No experience required
• 1 year of patient care experience Preferred
• BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required
• CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant Preferred
• Certification from a Patient Care Technician program Preferred

Responsibilities

• The Patient Care Tech, under the supervision of licensed clinical staff, provides care to patients from birth through the lifecycle, demonstrating competency with treatments, procedures and equipment appropriate to the clinical setting and hospital policy.

Education

H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Preferred

Job description

Overview

Join Our Dynamic Med-Surg Team at Piedmont WaltonOur 36-bed Medical-Surgical unit offers a fast-paced, hands-on environment caring for a wide range of adult patients, including those with orthopedic needs, general and bariatric surgeries, cardiac/telemetry monitoring, and complex medical conditions. RN-to-patient ratios typically range from 1:5–6 and PCTs from 1:6–9, allowing for meaningful, team-based patient care.

Team members gain valuable clinical experience with frequent opportunities to perform IV starts, assist with bedside procedures, provide wound care, manage NGTs and chest tubes, administer blood transfusions, and care for post-op, central line, and colostomy patients. Nurses and PCTs may also float to assist with needs across the hospital, making this a great opportunity for well-rounded clinical growth and collaboration.

Responsibilities

The Patient Care Tech, under the supervision of licensed clinical staff, provides care to patients from birth through the lifecycle, demonstrating competency with treatments, procedures and equipment appropriate to the clinical setting and hospital policy.

Qualifications

Education

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Preferred

Work Experience

• No experience required
• 1 year of patient care experience Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required
• CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant Preferred
• Certification from a Patient Care Technician program Preferred

Business Unit : Company Name

Piedmont Walton Hospital