Patient Care Technician II — Empathetic In-Patient Support

experiencedAlliedHealth; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina seeks a Patient Care Technician to support nursing staff under RN supervision, performing multi-skilled activities, measuring vital signs, and documenting patient conditions for a decentralized patient-centered approach.

Minimum education includes a high school diploma or GED with at least 1 year of patient care experience; BLS certification is required. This hourly role in Columbia, SC supports patients with empathy and strong communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of patient care experience in a health care facility or CNA preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire and maintained thereafter.

Responsibilities

• Keep patient rooms tidy and sanitized.
• Assist patients with daily living activities (hygiene, grooming, restroom) as needed.
• Monitor vital signs and report patient conditions to nursing staff.
• Assist with basic treatments under supervision of nursing staff.
• Ensure adequate patient care supplies and clean linen in rooms.
• Provide emotional support to patients and families.
• Assist with patient transfers and positioning as required.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Patient care

Communication

Empathy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Medical University of South Carolina seeks a Patient Care Technician to support nursing staff under RN supervision, performing multi-skilled activities, measuring vital signs, and documenting patient conditions for a decentralized patient-centered approach.

Minimum education includes a high school diploma or GED with at least 1 year of patient care experience; BLS certification is required. This hourly role in Columbia, SC supports patients with empathy and strong communication.