Emory

Patient Care Technician

Division
Emory Long term Acute C
Campus Location
Decatur, GA, 30030
Campus Location
US-GA-Decatur
Department
LTC-5th Floor Nursing
Job Type
Regular Full-Time
Job Number
123074
Job Category
Clinical & Nursing Support
Schedule
7a-7:30p
Standard Hours
36 Hours
Hourly Minimum
USD $16.10/Hr.
Hourly Midpoint
USD $20.53/Hr.

Overview

Emory Healthcare. Where you matter as much as the work you do!

 

Be inspired.  Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare. 

At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be.  We provide: 

  • Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1 
  • Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs 
  • Family-focused benefits  
  • Wellness incentives 
  • Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs and more 

Description

7am - 7:30pm/ Full Time/ 36 Hours 

Salary range - $15.75- $24.96

  

We're seeking a Patient Care Technician for Emory Long Term Acute Care Hosptial, responsible for being a capable certified technician who cares about the quality of their work an ensuring the safety for all patients. 

This individual will:    

 

  • Performs assigned patient care and observation duties under the direction of a Registered Nurse and/or LPN, including but not limited to: cleaning the patient's room, operating various clinical equipment, helping with emergencies, assisting with patient procedures, collecting and transporting patient specimens and completing applicable forms.
  • Communicates with patients, families and members of the patient care team.
  • Maintains hospital and unit-specific competencies.
  • As part of a patient focused service, promotes a supportive and healing environment so that customer and staff satisfaction are enhanced.
  • Complies with Standard Precautions guidelines, Infection Control procedures, and safety standards to maintain and promote a clean and healthy work environment.
  • Assists in the use of bag-valve-mask device, anti-embolism stockings, pneumatic compression stockings, oxygen, suction equipment, incentive spirometer, emergency cart and bedside glucose monitoring machine.
  • Operates converter chair, lifts, scales, beds, stretchers, wheelchairs, non-invasive BP monitors, automatic thermometer, sphygmomanometer, pulse oximeter, and computers.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A high school diploma or equivalent (Preferred).
  • BLS required.
  • Must meet one of the following requirements:
    1. One year of direct patient care experience,
    2. Successful completion of a nursing assistant training course
    3. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license through State of Georgia, OR
    4. Current enrollment in a nursing program and completion of 2 clinical rotations.

 

Additional Details

Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture.  Emory Healthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and/or veteran's status. EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals. EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members.  Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. 

 

ACCOMODATIONS: EHC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.”  

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs., 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs., 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. 
 
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. 

 

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