Patient Care Tech II: Vital Signs & Comfort Support

MUSC Health; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support a decentralized patient-centered care model. Under RN supervision, you will measure and document vital signs, identify patient concerns and report them, and assist with moving patients for comfort and medical needs.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily activities, monitoring patients, supporting nursing staff with basic treatments, and providing emotional support.

Qualifications

• The role requires a high school diploma or GED and BLS certification.
• Candidate should have 1 year of patient care experience preferred.
• Certification or CNA background is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Keep patient rooms tidy and sanitized.
• Assist patients with everyday needs (personal hygiene, using the restroom, grooming).
• Monitor vital signs or EKG signals and patient condition.
• Assist nursing staff in administering basic treatments.
• Ensure rooms have adequate patient care supplies and clean linen.
• Provide emotional support and assist with other patient needs.
• Place patient on cardiac monitor and manage drains/ostomies/foley bags.
• Perform blood sugar checks and support department leadership.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Patient care assistance

Communication

Empathy

Observation/documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

BLS certification

CNA preferred

Job description

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support a decentralized patient-centered care model. Under RN supervision, you will measure and document vital signs, identify patient concerns and report them, and assist with moving patients for comfort and medical needs.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily activities, monitoring patients, supporting nursing staff with basic treatments, and providing emotional support.