Patient Care Tech II

Patient Care Tech IIOrangeburg, South CarolinaHealthcare SupportClinical & Research Support ServicesFull TimeHospital Authority (MUHA)Job Description SummaryThe Patient Care Technician II reports to the Nurse Manager. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the PCT II performs multi-skilled activities to support a decentralized patient-centered approach to patient care and achieve desired outcomes.Entity: Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)Worker Type: EmployeeWorker Sub-Type: RegularCost Center: CC005704 ORBG - BBEMC CardiologyPay Rate Type: HourlyPay Grade: Health-21Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40Work Shift: Job DescriptionJob Responsibilities:Assist the RN with patient data collection.Assist with activities of daily living.Independently perform a variety of basic clinical procedures.Independently perform advanced clinical procedures (identified by unit).Perform routine clerical duties.Assist with nutritional needs.Maintain a safe work environment.Respond to patient and visitor requests.Perform other duties as assigned.Additional Job DescriptionMinimum Qualifications:Education: A high school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.Experience:One of the following criteria must be met:· One year of patient care work experience in a health care facility· Certified Nursing Assistant· EMT or Paramedic certification· 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 preferredCredentials: Basic Life Support required within 2 weeks of hire. Thereafter, must maintain. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is requiredThe Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.