Patient Care Technician - Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU)

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

1d • 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 outcomes. This position is in the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) at the Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA). The schedule is three 12-hour shifts per week, including weekends and holidays, with rotating shifts. The role is hourly and requires the ability to work overtime as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within two weeks of hire and must be maintained. 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 meet the listed physical and sensory requirements, including standing, sitting, walking, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds unassisted, and performing frequent fine and gross motor movements.
• Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations.
• Ability to work rotating shifts and overtime as required.
• Ability to work in a latex-safe environment.

Nice To Haves

• One year of patient care work experience in a health care facility.
• Certified Nursing Assistant, EMT, or Paramedic certification.
• A 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 under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse to support patient care.
• 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