PCT - Burn Dept
About The Position
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) is a vital member of the collaborative nursing team at Doctors Hospital of Augusta, supporting Registered Nurses in providing hands-on patient care and maintaining a safe, welcoming environment. The PCT assists with vital signs, mobility, transfers, personal care, and other daily needs, and helps nurses monitor patient conditions and carry out care plans. The role calls for attention, empathy, and teamwork to support patient comfort, dignity, and recovery. The position is in the Burn Department. The posting does not specify the work location type, schedule, or salary.
Requirements
- One year of healthcare experience is preferred.
- CNA certification is preferred.
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) must be obtained within 30 days of the employment start date.
Nice To Haves
- One year of healthcare experience.
- CNA certification.
Responsibilities
- Assist with patient preparation, mobility, transfers, and comfort to support care and recovery.
- Provide non-medicated care, including dressing changes, skin protection, and use of supportive devices.
- Keep patient areas and common spaces clean, organized, and stocked.
- Manage supplies, equipment, and logs to support infection control and team readiness.
- Communicate kindly with patients, families, and the care team to support safety and quality.
- Support Registered Nurses with hands-on care, monitoring patient conditions, and carrying out care plans.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine benefits.
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
- Paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
- 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, based on years of service.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
- Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
- Fertility and family-building benefits and adoption assistance.
- Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans.
- Auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
