Patient Care Tech - MedSurg, Days

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

Job summary

Piedmont Augusta Hospital in Augusta, GA seeks a Patient Care Technician to support licensed staff and care for patients from birth through the lifecycle.

The role involves providing compassionate patient care under supervision, and demonstrating competency with treatments, procedures and equipment in line with hospital policy. This position requires a HS diploma or GED and BCLS on hire.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED preferred.
• No experience required; 1 year of patient care experience preferred.
• BCLS certification required upon hire.
• CNA preferred; Certification from a Patient Care Technician program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients under supervision of licensed clinical staff.
• Demonstrate competency with treatments, procedures and equipment according to hospital policy.
• Follow hospital safety policies and infection control procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

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.

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 Augusta Hospital