Piedmont Healthcare Inc.·Monroe, Georgia
Provide direct care to patients across the lifecycle under the supervision of licensed clinical staff. Assist with bedside procedures, treatments, and equipment management within a Medical-Surgical unit.
Overview Join Our Dynamic Med-Surg Team at Piedmont WaltonOur 36-bed Medical-Surgical unit offers a fast-paced, hands-on environment caring for a wide range of adult patients, including those with orthopedic needs, general and bariatric surgeries, cardiac/telemetry monitoring, and complex medical conditions. RN-to-patient ratios typically range from 1:5–6 and PCTs from 1:6–9, allowing for meaningful, team-based patient care. Team members gain valuable clinical experience with frequent opportunities to perform IV starts, assist with bedside procedures, provide wound care, manage NGTs and chest tubes, administer blood transfusions, and care for post-op, central line, and colostomy patients. Nurses and PCTs may also float to assist with needs across the hospital, making this a great opportunity for well-rounded clinical growth and collaboration.
The Patient Care Tech, under the supervision of licensed clinical staff, provides care to patients from birth through the lifecycle, demonstrating competency with treatments, procedures and equipment appropriate to the clinical setting and hospital policy.
Education H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Preferred Work Experience No experience required 1 year of patient care experience Preferred Licenses and Certifications BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant Preferred Certification from a Patient Care Technician program Preferred Business
Unit: Company Name Piedmont Walton Hospital
Requires a High School Diploma or GED and BCLS certification upon hire. CNA certification or a Patient Care Technician program certification is preferred.
Market context
Patient Care Tech roles in Georgia MedSurg units are often in steady demand because hospitals need dependable support for bedside care, vital signs, mobility assistance, and patient comfort. These positions can be competitive when employers prefer CNA or Patient Care Technician training, so BCLS readiness and clear experience with direct patient care can help. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here, then confirm your certification status and note any relevant clinical or hospital support experience before applying.
