Patient Care Technician - VIR Prep & Recovery

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 with Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA), in VIR Prep & Recovery.

The schedule is 40 hours per week, consisting of four 10-hour day shifts per week, scheduled between 6:30 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. No weekends, holidays, or nights are scheduled. The position 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. Acceptable 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 perform the listed 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.
• Ability to work overtime as required.

Nice To Haves

• For PCT II candidates: one year of patient care work experience in a health care facility.
• For PCT II candidates: Certified Nursing Assistant, EMT, or Paramedic certification.
• For PCT II candidates: a bachelor’s degree or 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.

What This Job Offers

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