Patient Care Technician / PCT / CCU

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Description

7pm - 7 : 30am / Full Time / 36 Hours

We're seeking a Patient Care Technician for Emory Saint Joseph Hospital 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.

Maintains hospital and unit-specific competencies.

Assists in emergency situations as directed by an RN / LPN.

Ensures that prescribed measures related to hygiene, comfort, and rest are provided.

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.

BLS required.

Must meet one of the following requirements :

One year of direct patient care experience,

Successful completion of a nursing assistant training course

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license through State of Georgia, OR

Current enrollment in a nursing program and completion of 2 clinical rotations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

(Medium-Heavy) 36-75lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35lbs, 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 35lbs; 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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Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare's Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

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Division St. Joseph's Hospital

Campus Location Atlanta, GA, 30342

Campus Location US-GA-Atlanta

Department SJH CCU 2W

Job Type Regular Full-Time

Job Number 154647

Job Category Clinical & Nursing Support

Schedule 7p-7 : 30a

Standard Hours 36 Hours

Hourly Minimum USD $18.42 / Hr.

Hourly Midpoint USD $21.90 / Hr.

Emory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.