Compassionate Patient Care Technician - Acute Care

Prisma Health; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Health is seeking a Patient Support Technician for the Acute Care Spine Unit. The role supports Registered Nurses by assisting with personal care, nutrition, mobility, and vital signs in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The position requires completing a nursing assistant or related training and may involve hospital clerical experience. Day shifts are available, with on-site work at Richland Hospital.

Qualifications

• Completion of Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Tech, Medical Assistant or Nursing Fundamentals course.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year hospital clerical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal hygiene (bathing, oral care, grooming).
• Assist with feeding and meal tray setup.
• Assist with ambulation and fall prevention under RN direction.
• Support patient elimination needs and monitor inputs/outputs.
• Complete and document vital signs; report abnormalities to RN.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Documentation

Education

Nursing Assistant / Patient Care Tech / Medical Assistant training

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Prisma Health is seeking a Patient Support Technician for the Acute Care Spine Unit. The role supports Registered Nurses by assisting with personal care, nutrition, mobility, and vital signs in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The position requires completing a nursing assistant or related training and may involve hospital clerical experience. Day shifts are available, with on-site work at Richland Hospital.