Patient Care Technician I: Care Team Hero

ScionHealth; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 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 and unit operations. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor vitals, and help the care team with documentation and basic clinical tasks, including EKG testing.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, nursing assistant or related training, and BLS. Prior hospital experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Postsecondary certificate/diploma in Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Medical Assistant, or EMT is required or strongly preferred.
• Enrollment in an accredited nursing program may be considered.
• Basic life support (BCLS) certification required on hire or within timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care including vital signs and intake/output.
• Assist with activities of daily living and mobility.
• Observe and report condition changes to nursing staff.
• Maintain clean, safe patient rooms and unit environments.
• Perform clerical duties 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.
• Perform additional duties to support patient care and unit operations.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Communication

EKG testing

Infection control

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Nursing assistant training

EMT/ CMA / Medical Assistant

College coursework in nursing

Job description

St. Francis–Emory Healthcare in Columbus, GA, part of the ScionHealth network, seeks a Multi-Care Technician I to support patient care and unit operations. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor vitals, and help the care team with documentation and basic clinical tasks, including EKG testing.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, nursing assistant or related training, and BLS. Prior hospital experience is preferred.