Patient Care Technician - 6 West Acute Care

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

21h • Onsite

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 patient outcomes. This position is with the Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA), in the Acute Care Unit 6W, and is hourly, with 36 scheduled hours per week across three 12-hour rotating shifts. Weekend and holiday work is included.

Requirements

• Patient Care Technician I: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Patient Care Technician II: Work 24 hours per week or greater and meet one of the following: hold an associate or bachelor's degree; have one year of experience in a healthcare facility; be actively enrolled in nursing school and have completed Nursing Fundamentals at an accredited institution; be actively enrolled in an accredited healthcare-related field; or hold CNA or CMA certification from an accredited institution.
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) within two weeks of hire and maintain current certification thereafter. Accepted credentials are AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers or an AHA-recognized equivalent, or American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.
• Ability to perform the job's stated physical functions, including standing, sitting, walking, bending, reaching, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds unassisted, and exerting up to 50 pounds of force.
• Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations and work rotating shifts and overtime as required.

Responsibilities

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

What This Job Offers

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