Patient Care Technician - Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU)

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

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About The Position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) reports to the Nurse Manager and, under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, performs multi-skilled activities to support a decentralized, patient-centered approach to care and achieve desired outcomes. The position is in the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) at the Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA).

The schedule is 36 hours per week, consisting of three 12-hour shifts. Shifts rotate and include weekends and holidays. The role is hourly.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within two weeks of hire and must be maintained thereafter. Accepted credentials include American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers or an AHA-recognized equivalent, or American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.
• Ability to work rotating shifts and overtime as required.
• Ability to perform the listed physical, sensory, and workplace functions, including standing, sitting, walking, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds unassisted, and dealing effectively with stressful situations.

Nice To Haves

• One year of patient care work experience in a health care facility.
• Certified Nursing Assistant, EMT, or Paramedic certification.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Enrollment in a healthcare-related program with successful completion of a Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, or Nursing Fundamentals course at an accredited institution, or equivalent training.

Responsibilities

• Perform multi-skilled activities to support patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Support a decentralized, patient-centered approach to care and help achieve desired outcomes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED