Patient Care Technician (PCT) – Med Surg – Berkeley Hospital – 3 West

Roper St. Francis Healthcare•Summerville, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Patient Care Technician (PCT) in the Med Surg department at Berkeley Hospital, specifically on 3 West, within Roper St. Francis Healthcare. The PCT will work under the direction of a Registered Nurse, performing both clerical and direct patient care duties. Key aspects of the role include maintaining patient records, greeting patients and visitors with a friendly approach, and assisting the nursing staff. Roper St. Francis Healthcare is a prominent and growing healthcare system in the Lowcountry, recognized as a leading employer with 6,000 employees and over 100 facilities. The organization emphasizes patient-first care, professional development, and offers a comprehensive benefits package to its full-time employees.

Requirements

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)
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)
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

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
Provide nursing care by performing patient care tasks and techniques
Report changes in the patient's condition to the professional nurse
Maintain patient care record