Patient Care Technician

Southeastern Regional Medical Center; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Hope is seeking a Patient Care Technician for night shifts (7pm-7:30am), providing paraprofessional care under RN supervision. The role supports daily living activities, performs certain tests under supervision, and coordinates with the multidisciplinary team to ensure timely patient care.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, six months of health care experience or nursing student status, and CPR/BLS certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Six months experience as Nurse Aide/Monitor Tech or nursing student.
• PCT certification or CNA license desirable.
• Current BLS and CPR required.
• Training as Unit Secretary in a hospital or equivalent setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Paraprofessional caregiver who works under the guidance and supervision of a registered nurse, supporting daily living activities and assist with tests and procedures.
• Organizes and manages activity at the nursing desk to support the nursing process and patient care.
• Ensures accurate and timely order entry and proper notification and coordination of the multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Caregiving basics

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Patient Care Technician

About City of Hope , City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked among the top in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope's uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The successful candidate:

NIGHTSHIFT position, 7pm-730am, 12-hr shift, 3 shifts per week

Paraprofessional caregiver who works under the guidance and supervision of a registered nurse. Assumes responsibility and accountability for activities of daily living, certain tests and procedures, environmental duties and other tasks as assigned. Organizes and manages the activity at the nursing desk to support the nursing process and provision of care to the patient. Ensures accurate and timely order entry and the proper notification and coordination of the multidisciplinary team.

Job Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.


• Six months prior experience as a Nurse Aide/Monitor Tech in a health care environment, a second year nursing student, or six months prior experience in a medical setting.


• PCT certification or CNA license desirable.


• Current BLS and CPR required .


• Training as a Unit Secretary in a hospital or equivalent setting preferred.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.