Compassionate Patient Care Technician II

Medical University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); Sur place; USD 21 000 - 28 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support a decentralized patient-centered approach. Under RN supervision, you will measure vital signs, assist with daily patient care, and communicate concerns to the care team.

The role emphasizes patient comfort, empathy, and teamwork with nurses and care managers. Responsibilities include monitoring patient conditions, supporting basic treatments, and ensuring supplies and clean rooms.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of patient care work experience in a health care facility or Certified Nursing Assistant preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire; must maintain current BLS/CPR certification.

Responsabilités

• Keep patient rooms tidy and sanitized.
• Assist patients with everyday needs (personal hygiene, using the restroom, grooming, etc.).
• 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 and clean linen.
• Assist patients with issues or needs and provide 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.

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Description du poste

The Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support a decentralized patient-centered approach. Under RN supervision, you will measure vital signs, assist with daily patient care, and communicate concerns to the care team.

The role emphasizes patient comfort, empathy, and teamwork with nurses and care managers. Responsibilities include monitoring patient conditions, supporting basic treatments, and ensuring supplies and clean rooms.