Patient Care Technician II

MUSC Health; Camden (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Patient Care Technician II, where you will support patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Your role will involve monitoring vital signs, assisting with daily needs, and providing emotional support to patients. This position requires effective communication, empathy, and organizational skills to thrive in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Preferred: One year of patient care experience or Certified Nursing Assistant certification.

Responsibilities

• Monitor vital signs and patient condition.
• Assist nursing staff with treatments.
• Provide emotional support and assist with specific patient needs.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Organizational Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

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Job Description Summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) reports to the Nurse Manager. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the PCT performs multi-skilled activities to support a decentralized patient-centered approach to patient care and achieve desired outcomes. Responsibilities include measuring and documenting vital signs, identifying patient concerns and reporting them, and moving or relocating patients for comfort and medical needs. An effective PCT should have patience, empathy, good communication, and organizational skills to interact with the Care Team.

Additional Details

• Entity: Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)
• Worker Type: Employee, Regular
• Cost Center: CC001400 KER - Geriatric Psych Care (KMC)
• Pay Rate Type: Hourly, Pay Grade: Health-20
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36
• Work Shift: Various shifts as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required
• Preferred: One year of patient care experience or Certified Nursing Assistant certification

Responsibilities

1. Keep patient rooms tidy and sanitized
2. Assist with personal hygiene and daily needs
3. Monitor vital signs and patient condition
4. Assist nursing staff with treatments
5. Ensure availability of care supplies and linens
6. Provide emotional support and assist with specific patient needs
7. Operate cardiac monitors and perform blood sugar checks
8. Assist with other duties as assigned

Physical and Sensory Requirements

Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 lbs, standing, walking, and working in various environments. Good vision, hearing, and tactile sensory functions are required, along with the ability to work rotating shifts and overtime when needed.

Additional notes include the importance of working effectively under stress, in latex-safe environments, and maintaining physical fitness for respirator use if necessary.

The MUSC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the E-Verify program. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.