Compassionate Patient Care Tech - Vital Signs & Mobility

MUSC Health; Camden (SC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC Health) seeks a Patient Care Technician (PCT) who reports to the Nurse Manager and works under an RN. The PCT measures and documents vital signs, identifies patient concerns, and assists with moving or repositioning patients for comfort and safety.

Candidates should show patience, empathy, and strong communication. The role emphasizes collaborative care with the team to support desired patient outcomes and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of patient care work experience preferred.
• Must be enrolled in a nursing program and have completed Fundamentals of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Keep patient rooms tidy and sanitized.
• Assist patient with everyday needs (personal hygiene, using the restroom, grooming).
• Monitor vital signs (temperature, pulse etc.) or EKG signals and patient condition.
• Assist nursing staff in administering basic treatments.
• Ensure rooms have adequate patient care supplies, linen is clean.
• Assist patients with particular issues or needs.
• Provide appropriate emotional support.
• Place patient on cardiac monitor.
• Empty drains, ostomies, foley bags.
• Perform blood sugar checks.
• Assist with other duties assigned by the department leader.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Patient care

Communication

Empathy

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Enrolled in nursing program

Job description

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC Health) seeks a Patient Care Technician (PCT) who reports to the Nurse Manager and works under an RN. The PCT measures and documents vital signs, identifies patient concerns, and assists with moving or repositioning patients for comfort and safety.

Candidates should show patience, empathy, and strong communication. The role emphasizes collaborative care with the team to support desired patient outcomes and safety.