Patient Care Tech (PCT) - Med/Surg GI/Urology - St Francis Downtown - PRN

Bon Secours Health System; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in South Carolina is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to provide essential support and basic health care to patients. The role involves monitoring health, assisting with personal care, and ensuring patient comfort. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a commitment to patient care. Join a compassionate team dedicated to enhancing health and well-being in the community.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending

Life insurance

Retirement contributions

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred upon hire.
• Must have completed nursing aide training program or relevant clinical nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic patient care including comfort and hygiene assistance.
• Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes.
• Delivers high-level customer service to patients and families.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

CNA certification

Tools

EPIC Electronic Health Record

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours!

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0.01

Work Shift: Days (United States of America)

PRN Days

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body, and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence, and respect. Bon Secours seeks people committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service, and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Patient Care Technician (PCT)

Job Summary:

A Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides basic health care and support to patients under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated healthcare professional. Responsibilities include sanitizing and cleaning patients’ rooms, monitoring patients’ health and vital signs, and assisting with basic needs like feeding and grooming.

Essential Job Functions:

• Provides basic patient care, including comfort, vital sign measurement, personal care, hygiene, and mobility assistance.
• Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes or concerns.
• Delivers high-level customer service to patients, family, visitors, and staff.
• Accurately documents patient care activities.
• Participates in hand-offs and reports pertinent information upon patient arrival and departure.
• Performs delegated tasks after competency validation.
• Mobilizes patients using therapeutic transfer techniques to foster independence and safety.
• Encourages patient independence in completing tasks.
• Personalizes care based on patient interests and hobbies.

Education:

None required.

Licensure/Certification:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred upon hire; must obtain from an approved source prior to direct patient care.
• Must have completed one of the following: nursing aide training program, passed STNA (if applicable), CNA certification, or relevant clinical nursing experience.

Experience:

Recent experience in acute care, physician's office, home health/hospice, or long-term care preferred but not required.

Skills & Abilities:

• Problem-solving skills with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional engagement with staff and patients.
• Ability to proactively adapt in a rapidly changing environment.

Training:

EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training preferred.

Additional Information:

Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, flexible spending, life insurance, retirement contributions, paid time off, educational assistance, and more. Benefits vary by employment status.

Department: Med/Surg Unit - St. Francis - Downtown - Unit 2

We comply with all applicable laws and policies regarding equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodations. For more information or assistance, contact [e-mail].