Patient Care Technician: Essential Nursing Support

Keck Medicine of USC; Los Angeles (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, clerical tasks, and unit organization. Responsibilities vary by unit and include vital signs, hygiene, ambulation, and warm patient interactions.

The role emphasizes collaboration with RNs, accurate documentation, and maintaining a safe, clean environment while ensuring prompt response to patient needs and call lights.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year experience in a health care setting.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CA DPH) certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification.
• Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) within 30 days of hire (LA City only).

Responsibilities

• Respond to patient calls within 10 minutes.
• Assist with daily patient care tasks per RN direction and plan of care.
• Document care, vital signs, intake/output, and procedures.
• Maintain clean, organized patient rooms and equipment.
• Collaborate with RN to implement patient care plans and data collection.
• Ensure safe operation of patient-care equipment and safety of the patient environment.

Skills

English communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent (HS)

Certified Nursing Assistant (CA DPH)

Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider

Fire Life Safety Training (LA City)

Job description

Keck Hospital of USC is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support nursing staff with patient care delivery, clerical tasks, and unit organization. Responsibilities vary by unit and include vital signs, hygiene, ambulation, and warm patient interactions.

The role emphasizes collaboration with RNs, accurate documentation, and maintaining a safe, clean environment while ensuring prompt response to patient needs and call lights.