Patient Care Tech - 4M Cardiovascular

Work Shift:
Night - 12 Hour (United States of America)I. Position Summary:
Provides patient care under the supervision of the Staff Nurse to include but not limited to assisting with ADL's specimen collection (non-invasive), transportation of patients (unmonitored), patient preparation for procedures, collection of vital signs and unit specific procedures and tasks which require documented competencies. Responsible for fulfillment of Houston Healthcare mission, values, and quality commitment. Participates as a team member to ensure appropriate resources are available to all internal and external customers

II. Qualifications:
A. Education & Training:
High school graduate or GED equivalent.

B. Experience:
One (1) year experience as a patient care tech (or similar title) in a hospital.

C. Required Certification/Registration/Licensure:
Current AHA/ARC BLS certification. Must obtain and maintain required ortho education/training as mandated in the Houston Healthcare Joint Destination Center of Excellence Policy.

D. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Medical terminology, hospital professional services, documentation, and various
departmental responsibilities, anatomy and physiology, infection control, vital signs,
medical records (charting and obtaining health histories), assistance with physical
exams, specimen collection, patient-focused care, dressing changes (clean and sterile).

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.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36 FTE:
0.9 Expanded Work Shift:
On Call: