Patient Care Technician - SJCH Peds 8 Acute Care

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 works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The PCT performs multi-skilled activities to support a decentralized, patient-centered approach to care and help achieve desired outcomes. This role is with Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) in the CHS Acute Care 8 cost center at SJCH.

The position is hourly and scheduled for 36 hours per week: three 12-hour day shifts per week, including weekends and holidays. The job description notes that rotating shifts and overtime may be required.

Requirements

• For Patient Care Technician I: High school diploma or equivalent.
• For Patient Care Technician II: High school diploma or GED and at least one of the following: an associate or bachelor's degree; at least one year of work experience in a 0.6 FTE PCT I position at MUSC CHS; one year of experience in a healthcare facility; active enrollment in nursing school with completion of Nursing Fundamentals from an accredited institution; active enrollment in a healthcare-related field at an accredited institution; or CNA or CMA certification from an accredited institution.
• Basic Life Support certification is required within two weeks of hire. After that, maintain current BLS certification through the American Heart Association (or an AHA-recognized equivalent) or American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.
• Ability to work three 12-hour day shifts per week, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work rotating shifts and overtime as required.
• Ability to perform the stated physical functions, including standing, sitting, walking, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds unassisted, and exerting up to 50 pounds of force.

Responsibilities

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

What This Job Offers

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