Patient Safety & Care Technician

MUSC Health; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina Health seeks a Patient Companion to provide continuous observation and direct patient care under RN supervision. The role also functions as a Patient Care Technician or Unit Secretary to support patient safety and unit operations.

Required are a High School Diploma or GED and a current BLS certificate; healthcare experience is preferred. The position involves day shifts, 36 hours weekly, and may require weekend coverage in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous healthcare experience preferred.
• Experience as Patient Care Technician, Nursing Assistant, Patient Sitter, Unit Secretary, or related role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides continuous one-to-one observation of assigned patients to ensure safety at all times.
• Obtains and records vital signs and assists with activities of daily living as directed.
• Performs unit secretary duties: patient chart maintenance, telephone calls and messaging.
• Cross-trains in multiple roles and supports department staffing needs.

Skills

Patient care

Observation

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Medical University of South Carolina Health seeks a Patient Companion to provide continuous observation and direct patient care under RN supervision. The role also functions as a Patient Care Technician or Unit Secretary to support patient safety and unit operations.

Required are a High School Diploma or GED and a current BLS certificate; healthcare experience is preferred. The position involves day shifts, 36 hours weekly, and may require weekend coverage in a hospital setting.