Patient Care Technician

Job ID: 28005 Patient Care Tech - MedSurg, Neuro Overview: ATHENS, GA Sign-on Bonus Available $ Full-time Days 7am-7pm Piedmont Athens Regional, a primary Stroke center, is home to a DNV Stroke Certified Neuroscience floor. It is a 30-bed acute care facility that specializes in Stroke, Spinal injuries, head injuries, and pre & post-op surgical needs. This is a fast-paced, inpatient unit that cares for patients along the continuum of their recovery. Our team of staff on the Neuro floor is supported by a Stroke Coordinator, PT/OT, Respiratory Therapy, Physicians, Case Management, Social Work, Secretary, Phlebotomy, lift team, IV team, STAT team, and Pharmacy. Our comprehensive orientation period pairs both experienced and new staff with a qualified preceptor that helps with goal setting and training to ensure your success as part of the Neuro Team. The Neurology unit provides nursing care to patients utilizing nursing processes to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the care for patients. He/she functions within the framework of the policies and procedures of the organization and demonstrates professional growth and accountability. 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. *Patient ratios are determined by various factors, including volume and acuity of patient needs. Extenuating circumstances may determine a need for lower or higher ratios* 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 Athens Regional Hospital Position Information Location Athens, Georgia Posted 09/09/2026 Type Clinical Support Schedule Full-Time Job ID 28005 #J-18808-Ljbffr