Patient Care Technician - Art 6e Surgical Acute Care
The Medical University of South Carolina
Charleston, SC, United States
Hourly; grade: health-21; not specified ph
Direct supervision by registered nurse
Multi-skilled patient care activities
Rotating shift schedule including weekends
The Patient Care Technician performs multi-skilled activities to support a decentralized patient-centered approach under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse
Job Summary
The Patient Care Technician performs multi-skilled activities to support a decentralized patient-centered approach under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.
This role requires working rotating 12-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays, with a scheduled weekly commitment of 36 hours.
Candidates must maintain current Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross within two weeks of hire.
Matching Summary
The Patient Care Technician performs multi-skilled activities to support a decentralized patient-centered approach under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.
Salary
Hourly; Grade: Health-21; Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Direct supervision by Registered Nurse
Multi-skilled patient care activities
Rotating shift schedule including weekends
Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs unassisted
Continuous standing, walking, and bending
Nice-to-have
Energetic and enthusiastic team member
Experience in acute care surgical setting
Active enrollment in nursing school
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Ability to work in stressful situations
Key Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
One year experience or active nursing school enrollment for PCT II level
Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant certification preferred