Patient Care Technician - Peachtree Orthopedics

Join Our Team at Peachtree Orthopedics and Help Others "Get Better"
At Peachtree Orthopedics, we're on a mission to make a difference in healthcare, and we're looking for dedicated individuals to join our team. With 9 convenient offices across Greater Atlanta, we're committed to providing top-notch care and your skills and passion can make a real impact. We're not the largest practice in Atlanta, but we take pride in delivering dedicated and compassionate care to everyone who walks through our doors. If you're ready to be part of a team that values your contribution and offers room for growth, consider joining us in our mission to help others "Get Better."

Our Culture
Peachtree Orthopedics has a rich history of 70 years in business and has earned recognition as a Top Workplace by the Atlanta Journal Constitution for 5 consecutive years. We take pride in our family-oriented, dedicated, passionate, and hardworking culture. When you join our team, you become a part of a community that values excellence in healthcare while working in a supportive and nurturing environment.

Why Choose Peachtree Orthopedics?
At Peachtree Orthopedics, we offer more than a job; we offer an opportunity to be part of something extraordinary:

• Limitless Growth: Propel your career with abundant professional development opportunities within our dynamic organization.
• Empathetic Culture: Immerse yourself in a supportive, lively work culture that values your well-being and celebrates your contributions.
• Dedication to Excellence: Join a team of like-minded individuals who share your commitment to delivering top-notch care to our cherished patients.

Location: Peachtree Orthopaedic Surgery Center at Perimeter, Sandy Springs
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday
Job Type: Full-time

Your Impactful Role
As a Patient Care Technician, your role holds significant importance in contributing to the well-being of patients. Your primary responsibility is to provide direct patient care activities, services, and procedures that support patients in achieving their best possible health. Your impact is seen in the enhancement of both the physical and emotional well-being of the individuals under your care, as well as addressing their personal comfort needs.

• Patient Admission and Support:
  • Welcome patients with a friendly smile and guide them through the admission process.
  • Perform necessary tests like HcG and blood glucose checks, making accurate records.
  • Measure and document vital signs with precision and care.
• Assistance to Medical Staff:
  • Be a helpful hand to Pre-Op, OR, and PACU RN as directed.
  • Get familiar with normal ranges of vital signs and blood glucose levels, and quickly inform the RN of any abnormalities.
• Patient Comfort and Support:
  • Assist patients in moving around and lend a helping hand with wheelchair transport when needed.
  • Attend to their physical comfort and emotional well-being, tailored to their unique needs.
• Safety and Compliance:
  • Follow established protocols for the safe disposal of biohazardous materials.
  • Show proficiency in equipment usage and strictly adhere to POSC procedures, policies, and standards.
• Training and Maintenance:
  • Take pride in training new employees in designated areas, sharing your knowledge and expertise.
  • Stay up-to-date and maintain proficiency in assigned Special Assignments.
• Flexibility:
  • Embrace a can-do attitude and be open to fulfilling any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications 

• High school graduate or equivalent required. 
• Previous CNA experience. 
• BLS certification required. 
• This position requires involvement in the preparation of State and AAAHC Surveys. 

COVID-19 Vaccine Policy: In accordance with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Peachtree Orthopaedic Surgery Centers requires that all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, with exceptions only for those with an approved medical, disability, or religious exemptions. All exemption requests will be reviewed in a timely manner. All offers are contingent upon being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and your vaccine status will be verified upon hire.

Physical Demands and Work Conditions: In this role, you'll experience the rigorous yet rewarding physical demands of the job. You can expect to stand, walk, talk, and hear during your shifts. There may be occasions when you're on your feet for extended periods, involving tasks such as pushing, pulling, or moving patients on stretchers. Your work environment may expose you to anesthetic gases, hazardous chemicals, blood and body fluids, sharps, and cleaning solutions. You'll need to move all extremities within the full range of motion and perform stooping and bending at 90 degrees. Regularly, you'll lift and move objects up to 20 pounds and possess specific vision abilities, including close vision. The surgical arena features a moderate noise level, creating a professional and supportive atmosphere dedicated to patient care and your professional development.

Peachtree Orthopedics is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.