Compassionate Patient Care Technician

Keck Medicine of USC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Keck Hospital of USC is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support nursing staff with patient care delivery, clerical tasks, and unit organization. The role emphasizes responsive patient interactions, documentation, and safe operation of care equipment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and graduation from an accredited Certified Nursing Program; English communication skills are required, with BLS and Fire Life Safety Training as stated prerequisites.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent is required.
• Graduate from an accredited Certified Nursing Program; CNA is optional if grandfathered.

Responsibilities

• Respond to patient call within 10 minutes.
• Anticipate patient needs and proactively round.
• Maintain clean and organized patient rooms and assist with meals/feeding.
• Document all care, vital signs, intake/output, and equipment used.
• Collaborate with RN to implement care plans and ensure patient safety.

Education

High school or equivalent

Graduate from accredited Certified Nursing Program

Job description

Keck Hospital of USC is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support nursing staff with patient care delivery, clerical tasks, and unit organization. The role emphasizes responsive patient interactions, documentation, and safe operation of care equipment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and graduation from an accredited Certified Nursing Program; English communication skills are required, with BLS and Fire Life Safety Training as stated prerequisites.