Patient Safety & Care Technician – Day Shift

Medical University of South Carolina; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Patient Companion/Patient Care Technician to perform one-to-one observation, assist with activities of daily living, and support unit operations under RN supervision. The role includes daytime shifts in patient care areas with emphasis on safety and patient privacy.

Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED, be BLS certified, and bring healthcare experience. The position may require weekend or on-call coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and professional conduct.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• Previous healthcare experience preferred.
• Experience as a Patient Care Technician, Nursing Assistant, Patient Sitter, Unit Secretary, or related healthcare role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides continuous one-to-one observation of assigned patients to ensure safety.
• Maintains constant visual contact and never leaves the patient unattended.
• Observes and reports changes in patient condition to the RN.
• Assists with activities of daily living (ADLs) including toileting, feeding, ambulation, and repositioning.
• Documents observations and activities as required.
• Processes physician orders and maintains patient charts.
• Answers telephones, relays messages, and communicates with physicians, staff, patients, and visitors.
• Maintains patient dignity, confidentiality, and privacy.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Patient Companion/Patient Care Technician to perform one-to-one observation, assist with activities of daily living, and support unit operations under RN supervision. The role includes daytime shifts in patient care areas with emphasis on safety and patient privacy.

Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED, be BLS certified, and bring healthcare experience. The position may require weekend or on-call coverage as needed.