Patient Care Tech (PCT) - Cardiothoracic And Vascular Intermediate Care - Roper Hospital

Roper St. Francis Health Care • Charleston, SC

32d • Onsite

About The Position

Assist the staff by performing clerical and patient care duties under the direction of an RN. Maintain and update patient records in a timely, orderly manner. Acknowledge and greet customers upon arrival to unit and demonstrate enthusiastic friendly approach.

Requirements

• One of the following must be met:
• Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and have completed Fundamentals of Nursing course or a Nursing Assistant Program.
• Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Neither HS Diploma nor GED required.
• Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and have experience as a patient care technician in an acute care setting or nursing home; or experience with direct patient care (vitals and ADL job duties) in an assisted living facility.
• Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and a current Roper St. Francis teammate. Must successfully complete the RSF PCT Training Program upon hire.
• Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and have a current certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA). Must successfully complete the RSF PCT Training Program upon hire.
• Currently enrolled in or a graduate of an Associates or Bachelor's degree (in any field) with no experience requirement. Must successfully complete the RSF PCT Training Program upon hire.
• Current certification as a Nursing Assistant preferred.
• Must have a current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Certification Card.
• Knowledge of clerical procedures and medical terminology.
• Skill in English grammar and spelling.
• Neat, legible handwriting.
• Ability to file and maintain patient records (both paper and electronic), files and reports.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to use office equipment such as multi-line telephones, computer terminals and printers.
• Knowledge of patient care tasks and techniques to provide nursing care.
• Ability to report changes in the patient's condition to the professional nurse.
• Knowledge of organizational policies and procedures to administer patient care.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe working environment.
• Skill in maintaining patient care record.
• Ability to communicate clearly.
• Constant interaction with internal and external customers to include (but not limited to) patients, families, physicians, employees and visitors.

Nice To Haves

• Current certification as a Nursing Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the staff by performing clerical and patient care duties under the direction of an RN.
• Maintain and update patient records in a timely, orderly manner.
• Acknowledge and greet customers upon arrival to unit and demonstrate enthusiastic friendly approach.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees