Compassionate Patient Care Technician II

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support a decentralized patient-centered approach under Nurse Manager supervision. You will measure and document vital signs, report concerns, and assist with patient transfers to ensure comfort and safety.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED and BLS certification; at least 1 year of patient care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Keep patient rooms tidy and sanitized.
• Assist patients with everyday needs (hygiene, restroom, grooming).
• Monitor vital signs or EKG signals and patient condition.
• Assist nursing staff in basic treatments.
• Ensure rooms have supplies and clean linen.
• Provide emotional support to patients.
• Place patient on cardiac monitor.
• Perform blood sugar checks.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Patient care

Communication

Empathy

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support a decentralized patient-centered approach under Nurse Manager supervision. You will measure and document vital signs, report concerns, and assist with patient transfers to ensure comfort and safety.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED and BLS certification; at least 1 year of patient care experience is preferred.