Compassionate Patient Care Technician - Nursing Support

Keck Medicine of USC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,560,000 - 111,464,000; Full time

Job summary

Keck Hospital of USC is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support nursing staff in patient care delivery, clerical tasks, and unit organization. The emphasis is on unit needs and may vary by assignment.

The PCT will respond to patient calls, assist with hygiene, mobility, and vital signs, and document care under RN supervision. Requires CNA certification, BLS, and strong English communication; HS diploma required.

Qualifications

• Req High school or equivalent.
• Req Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Respond to patient call within 10 minutes.
• Assist with meals/feeding and ambulation.
• Hygiene: bath, peri-care, oral care, HS care, hair care.
• Vitals and daily weight; intake/output.
• Documents care provided and patient data in systems.

Skills

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Keck Hospital of USC is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support nursing staff in patient care delivery, clerical tasks, and unit organization. The emphasis is on unit needs and may vary by assignment.

The PCT will respond to patient calls, assist with hygiene, mobility, and vital signs, and document care under RN supervision. Requires CNA certification, BLS, and strong English communication; HS diploma required.