Patient Care Technician - Specialty Medical Icu

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Charleston, South Carolina, United States
Pyy rate type: hourly; pyy grade: health-21; sched...
Direct supervision by registered nurse
Continuous standing and walking
Lift and carry up to 50 lbs unassisted
The Patient Care Technician performs multi-skilled activities under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse to support a decentralized patient-centered approach

Job Summary

  • The Patient Care Technician performs multi-skilled activities under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse to support a decentralized patient-centered approach.
  • This role requires the ability to lift and carry 50 lbs unassisted and maintain continuous physical activity including standing, walking, and bending.
  • Candidates must obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an American Heart Association or American Red Cross recognized provider within two weeks of hire.

Matching Summary

The Patient Care Technician performs multi-skilled activities under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse to support a decentralized patient-centered approach.

Salary

Pay Rate Type: Hourly; Pay Grade: Health-21; Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Direct supervision by Registered Nurse
  • Continuous standing and walking
  • Lift and carry up to 50 lbs unassisted
  • Work rotating shifts including weekends
  • Maintain BLS certification within 2 weeks

Nice-to-have

  • Energetic and enthusiastic team member
  • Experience in healthcare facility
  • Active enrollment in nursing school
  • Ability to work in stressful situations
  • Multi-skilled activities for patient care

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • One year experience in healthcare facility (for PCT II)
  • Associate or Bachelor's degree (for PCT II)
  • Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant Certification

Work Rights

Not specified

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