Senior Patient Care Technician/EMT (Urgent Care)

About City of Hope,
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The successful candidate:

MUST have an EMT license in the state of Georgia!

Full-time Benefits: You will receive 21 Personal Time Off Days, 7 Holidays off and you are able to participate in our company-matched 401(k) and our Employee Assistance programs!

Area of Focus: Urgent Care

This is a full-time position with 36 hours a week, consisting of 12-hour shifts where you will work 3 days a with alternating shifts 7a-7p and 8a-8p.

City of Hope Atlanta is seeking a Senior Patient Care Technician who will be responsible for phlebotomy, including starting intravenous lines and obtaining samples for lab tests.

• Collects vital signs, intake and output, pain levels and other assigned patient information. Reports to the registered nurse any change in patient status, patient behavior, or unusual findings of data or incidents that might have occurred. 

• Documents accurately in the medical record the care that was delivered, activities completed, and other data that is collected for the patient.

• Coordinates and directs activities of the unit to allow the transfer of information between staff, physicians, departments, patients and family.  Assists patient families by providing general information and direction, notifying other disciplines of patient or family needs as they arise.

• Performs lab draws per hospital policy in various departments. Initiates IV using aseptic technique in accordance with established competencies.

• Ensures accurate and timely reporting of patient needs.

Minimum Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Minimum Experience Required:

• Six months prior experience in a medical setting.

Required Licensure & Certification:

• Must be EMT certified

• PCT certification or CNA license desirable but not required.

• Current BLS required

At City of Hope, our Culture of People First is the core principle of our belief in Good Health, Security & Stability, Work-Life Balance and Family-friendly benefits! We offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plans that reward you when you stay healthy including:

• 401(k) Savings & Retirement

• Life & Disability Insurance

• Health Spending & Voluntary benefits

• Empowered Time Off & Employee Assistance Programs

• 529 College Savings Plan, College Benefits & Tuition Reimbursement

• Parental Leave, Adoption, Childcare and Elderly care services

Our Full-time stakeholders receive 21 Personal Time Off Days and 7 Holidays off each year while Part-time stakeholders receive 9 Personal Time Off Days and 7 Holidays off!

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, please click here.

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits, click here: Benefits Information

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria:  work experience, qualifications, and work location.