Patient Care Technician Training Program - October 2026
About The Position
Under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse, performs various duties assisting unit staff nurses and clerical specialists to ensure efficient unit operations and safe patient care following established procedures. Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her assigned unit or within his/her department. Must be able to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures, while maintaining the Augusta Health Service Standards. This is a 4-week on-the-job paid Patient Care Technician training program and will begin on Monday, October 5th. You will need to be able to complete the course for those 4 weeks Monday - Friday 8am-4:30pm and then work 12-hour shifts after the completion of the course. Augusta Health is seeking a patient care technician Under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse, performs various duties assisting unit staff nurses and clerical specialists to ensure efficient unit operations and safe patient care following established procedures. Includes bathing, dressing and feeding of patients, performing vital signs, phlebotomy and Ekg's.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
Responsibilities
- Assisting unit staff nurses and clerical specialists to ensure efficient unit operations and safe patient care following established procedures.
- Demonstrate the knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her assigned unit or within his/her department.
- Provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures, while maintaining the Augusta Health Service Standards.
- Complete a 4-week on-the-job paid Patient Care Technician training program (Monday - Friday 8am-4:30pm).
- Work 12-hour shifts after the completion of the course.
- Bathing, dressing and feeding of patients.
- Performing vital signs.
- Performing phlebotomy.
- Performing EKGs.
Benefits
- Retirement savings helping you to plan for your future
- Free onsite parking
- 24/7 armed security to ensure your safety
- Shift and weekend differentials
- Flexible scheduling
- Tuition reimbursement
- Onsite child care
- Augusta Health Fitness Reimbursement Program
- Individualized orientation with dedicated preceptor
- Onsite credit union
- Employee discounts including the cafeteria, gift shop, pharmacy, and movie tickets
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
