PACU Patient Care Technician (PCT) – 3x12 Shifts

Medical University of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); Hybrid; USD 44,083,000 - 57,859,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina seeks a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to assist in delivering patient-centered care under the guidance of a registered nurse. You will work 36 hours per week across 3 twelve-hour shifts, with some weekends and holidays, supporting the PACU and recovery unit.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, with several possible paths for PCT II, including degrees, healthcare experience, nursing enrollment, or CNA/CMA certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• PCT II requires one of the listed education/work-experience options: Associate or Bachelor's degree, 1 year in a .6 FTE PCT I position, 1 year in a healthcare facility, active nursing school enrollment, active healthcare field enrollment, or CNA/CMA certification.

Responsibilities

• Support decentralized, patient-centered care under RN supervision.
• Perform multi-skilled activities to assist in patient care and achieve outcomes.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor's degree

1 year work experience in a .6 FTE PCT I position at MUSC CHS

1 year of experience in a healthcare facility

Active enrollment in nursing school with completion of Nursing Fundamentals

Active enrollment in a healthcare related field

Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

The Medical University of South Carolina seeks a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to assist in delivering patient-centered care under the guidance of a registered nurse. You will work 36 hours per week across 3 twelve-hour shifts, with some weekends and holidays, supporting the PACU and recovery unit.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, with several possible paths for PCT II, including degrees, healthcare experience, nursing enrollment, or CNA/CMA certification.