Patient Care Technician

Eckerd Living Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in our long-term care setting. Working under the supervision of registered nurses, you will assist the nursing staff in providing direct patient care and maintaining a safe, clean, and well-organized patient care environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient preparation, mobility, transfers, and comfort to support smooth care and recovery
• Provide non-medicated care such as dressing changes, skin protection, and use of supportive devices
• Keep patient areas and common spaces clean, organized, and stocked to maintain safety and efficiency
• 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
• Comply with all hospital policies and procedures and observe State Board of Nursing rules for unlicensed personnel

Clinical Setting

Eckerd Living Center is part of Highlands-Cashiers Hospital, a community hospital serving Macon, Jackson, and surrounding counties. The facility operates 80 long-term care beds and provides 24/7 emergency care, acute inpatient care, and rehabilitation services.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification must be obtained within 15 days of employment start date

Benefits

Eckerd Living Center offers a comprehensive total rewards package including:

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services
• 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 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, and dependent scholarships
• Partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Fertility and family building support, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.