Vital Signs & Patient Support Tech (PRN)

Medical University of South Carolina; Camden (SC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support a decentralized patient-centered approach under RN supervision. You will measure and document vital signs, identify patient concerns and assist with daily activities, while ensuring comfort and safety through turning and repositioning patients.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, BLS certification on hire, and at least a year of patient care experience.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Keep patient rooms tidy and sanitized.
• Assist patients with everyday needs (hygiene, bathroom, grooming).
• Monitor vital signs and patient condition.
• Assist nursing staff with basic treatments.
• Ensure rooms have adequate patient care supplies and linens.
• Assist patients with issues or needs and provide emotional support.
• Place patient on cardiac monitor.
• Empty drains, ostomies, Foley bags.
• Perform blood sugar checks.
• Assist with other duties assigned by the department leader.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support a decentralized patient-centered approach under RN supervision. You will measure and document vital signs, identify patient concerns and assist with daily activities, while ensuring comfort and safety through turning and repositioning patients.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, BLS certification on hire, and at least a year of patient care experience.