Patient Care Technician - Compassionate In-Hospital Support

University of Southern California; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Keck Hospital of USC is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support nursing staff with patient care delivery and unit organization. The role includes vitals, daily weights, hygiene, mobility, and documentation, while ensuring safety and effective communication with the RN and care team.

Located in California, the position emphasizes patient satisfaction, accurate documentation, and collaboration with the nursing staff to implement the plan of care.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Responds to patient calls within 10 minutes and supports care planning with RN.
• Performs essential skills contributing to patient outcomes: vitals, daily weight, I&O, hygiene, mobility, meal support.
• Maintains clean, organized patient rooms and assists with meals and transfers.
• Ensures safe environment and operation of patient-care equipment; maintains call lights and safety devices.
• Documents all care provided and communicates plan of care with RN and team.

Skills

Effective communication in English

Education

High School or equivalent

Job description

Keck Hospital of USC is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support nursing staff with patient care delivery and unit organization. The role includes vitals, daily weights, hygiene, mobility, and documentation, while ensuring safety and effective communication with the RN and care team.

Located in California, the position emphasizes patient satisfaction, accurate documentation, and collaboration with the nursing staff to implement the plan of care.