Patient Care Technician

Job Summary and Responsibilities Georgia ED Full Time 10A-10P varied days per week As a Patient Care Technician (PCT), you will deliver essential direct patient care under the supervision of our clinical team. Leveraging your knowledge of basic patient care principles and medical terminology, you will perform a range of daily duties. Every day you will actively assist patients with personal care, mobility, and feeding, monitoring vital signs, documenting observations, and maintaining a therapeutic and organized patient environment. You will also work closely with the nursing team to prepare patients for procedures or transport. To be successful in this role requires a genuine passion for patient well-being, diligence in executing tasks, keen observational skills regarding patient conditions, and a proactive approach to continuous learning and professional development. Provide direct patient care: Assist with personal hygiene, physical care, and vital sign monitoring under RN/LPN supervision. Record and report patient data: Accurately document vital signs, intake/output, weight, and blood glucose readings. Communicate patient status: Report changes in patient condition promptly to the RN/LPN. Assist with patient transitions: Support admission, transfer, and discharge processes. Maintain patient environment: Perform housekeeping tasks, ensure patient safety, and address comfort needs. Manage equipment and supplies: Operate vital sign machines, glucose meters, scales, lifts, and other equipment as needed. Job Requirements Required High School Graduate General Studies, upon hire or High School GED General Studies, upon hire and Basic Life Support - CPR, within 30 Days Preferred Prior Healthcare Experience Where You'll Work CommonSpirit Memorial is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 employees and nearly 500 affiliated physicians. #J-18808-Ljbffr