Oncology

Emory•Atlanta, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician I provides direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The role supports patient care through clinical, environmental, and clerical duties that promote safety, comfort, and healing. The technician works with patients, families, and the care team to provide compassionate care while maintaining hospital and unit-specific competencies. The position includes assisting with personal care, mobility, procedures, admissions, transfers, and discharges; recording patient intake and output; observing and reporting patient or environmental changes; using clinical equipment safely; collecting and transporting specimens; and transporting patients. The technician also communicates with patients, families, and care team members, contributes to a supportive environment and performance improvement activities, and follows infection control, safety, nursing, and hospital policies. Physical demands and environmental exposures may vary by assigned work area and tasks.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
BLS certification.

Nice To Haves

Previous healthcare experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Perform assigned patient care duties, including hygiene, comfort, rest, mobility, and elimination support.
Assist with patient procedures and emergencies as directed by an RN or LPN.
Record patient intake and output and document observations accurately and promptly.
Support patient admission, transfer, and discharge processes.
Assist with range of motion, ambulation, patient transfers, diet, and postmortem care.
Observe and report significant or unusual patient or environmental information to an RN or LPN.
Use appropriate technology and equipment safely when providing care.
Assist with clinical devices, including bag-valve-mask devices, anti-embolism stockings, pneumatic compression stockings, oxygen, suction equipment, incentive spirometers, bedside glucose monitoring machines, and emergency carts.
Operate patient care equipment, including converter chairs, lifts, scales, beds, stretchers, wheelchairs, non-invasive blood pressure monitors, automatic thermometers, sphygmomanometers, pulse oximeters, and computers.
Collect and transport patient specimens and ensure applicable forms are completed promptly.
Transport patients safely throughout the hospital as needed.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and members of the patient care team.
Promote a supportive and healing environment to enhance patient and staff satisfaction.
Participate in unit-based and system-wide performance improvement programs as required.
Demonstrate behaviors that support open communication, psychological safety, and the One Emory Culture.
Follow Standard Precautions, infection control procedures, and safety guidelines to maintain a clean and safe environment.
Comply with standards of care, Department of Nursing policies, and hospital procedures.
Maintain hospital and unit-specific competencies.
May participate in research projects that impact patient care.