Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Cardiac Intermediate Care - Roper Hospital

Roper St. Francis Healthcare • Charleston, SC

18h • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) assists staff by performing clerical and patient care duties under the direction of an RN. The role maintains and updates patient records in a timely, orderly manner and welcomes customers arriving on the unit with a friendly, enthusiastic approach. This position is in Cardiac Intermediate Care at Roper Hospital and is scheduled as needed (PRN), with evening/night hours from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.

Requirements

• Meet one of the listed education or experience pathways: high school diploma/GED and completion of a Fundamentals of Nursing course or Nursing Assistant Program; current CNA certification; high school diploma/GED and relevant patient care experience in an acute care setting, nursing home, or assisted living facility; high school diploma/GED and current employment as a Roper St. Francis teammate; high school diploma/GED and current CMA certification; or current enrollment in or graduation from an associate or bachelor's degree program in any field.
• Successfully complete the RSF PCT Training Program upon hire if qualifying through current Roper St. Francis employment, current CMA certification, or enrollment in or graduation from an associate or bachelor's degree program.
• Hold 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, files, and reports, including paper and electronic records.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate clearly.
• Ability to use office equipment such as multi-line telephones, computer terminals, and printers.
• Knowledge of patient care tasks and techniques, organizational policies and procedures, and common safety hazards and precautions.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions, meet deadlines, or work irregular hours.
• Corrected hearing and vision within the normal range.

Nice To Haves

• Current certification as a Nursing Assistant is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical and patient care duties under the direction of an RN.
• Maintain and update patient records in a timely, orderly manner, including paper and electronic records.
• Greet and acknowledge customers arriving on the unit in a friendly, enthusiastic manner.
• Provide nursing care tasks and techniques in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Report changes in a patient's condition to the professional nurse.
• Maintain patient care records.
• Interact with patients, families, physicians, employees, visitors, and other internal and external customers.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support. Benefits may vary based on market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED