Patient Care Technician (PCT) – Cardiothoracic and Vascular Intermediate Care - Roper Hospital

Roper St. Francis Healthcare

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Charleston, South Carolina

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Assist staff by performing clerical and patient care duties under the direction of a registered nurse. Maintain accurate patient records and provide a friendly, professional environment for patients and visitors.

Qualifications

We are seeking a Patient Care Technician to assist the staff by performing clerical and patient care duties under the direction of an RN. A high school diploma or GED is required, along with completion of a Fundamentals of Nursing course or a Nursing Assistant Program. Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to maintain patient records.

Job Description

Thank you for considering a career at Roper St. Francis Healthcare!

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Work Shift:

Nights (United States of America)

Schedule: From 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM

Call Requirements: None

Job Summary:

Assist the staff by performing clerical and patient care duties under the direction of an RN. Maintain and update patient records in a timely, orderly manner. Acknowledge and greet customers upon arrival to unit and demonstrate enthusiastic friendly approach.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

One of the following must be met:

· Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and have completed Fundamentals of Nursing course or a Nursing Assistant Program.

· Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Neither HS Diploma nor GED required.

· Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and have experience as a patient care technician in an acute care setting or nursing home; or experience with direct patient care (vitals and ADL job duties) in an assisted living facility.

· Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and a current Roper St, Francis teammate. Must successfully complete the RSF PCT Training Program upon hire.

· Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and have a current certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA). Must successfully complete the RSF PCT Training Program upon hire.

· Currently enrolled in or a graduate of an Associates or Bachelor’s degree (in any field) with no experience requirement. Must successfully complete the RSF PCT Training Program upon hire.

Certification: Current certification as a Nursing Assistant preferred. Must have a current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Certification Card.

Primary Source Verification (if applicable): N/A

Other:

Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of clerical procedures and medical terminology. Skill in English grammar and spelling. Neat, legible handwriting. Ability to file and maintain patient records (both paper and electronic), files and reports. Excellent communication skills. Ability to use office equipment such as multi-line telephones, computer terminals and printers. Knowledge of patient care tasks and techniques to provide nursing care. Ability to report changes in the patient's condition to the professional nurse. Knowledge of organizational policies and procedures to administer patient care. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe working environment. Skill in maintaining patient care record. Ability to communicate clearly.

Contacts: Constant interaction with internal and external customers to include (but not limited to) patients, families, physicians, employees and visitors.

Work Demands/Environment: Frequent standing, walking, bending, crouching, stooping. Frequent lifting/moving patients. Intermittent lifting, moving or carrying, pushing or pulling up to 50 lbs. Frequent use of finger/hand dexterity. Constant reaching with hands/arms. Frequent talking or hearing. Corrected hearing and vision to normal range. Exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue. Possible exposure to infectious materials, communicable diseases and/or other conditions common to a healthcare environment. Intermittent exposure to risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Moderate noise level in work area. Requires work under stressful conditions, deadlines, or irregular hours. May be required to take call and/or work weekends/holidays based on the needs of the department.

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. 

As a Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

  • Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

  • Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/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 the market and employment status.

Department:

NSG Cardiothoracic & Vascular IMC (3HVT) - Roper Hospital

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@RSFH.com.

Roper St. Francis Healthcare

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is a not-for-profit health system serving the Lowcountry. The system includes nearly 700 beds across more than 120 facilities and services in four counties. Member hospitals are Roper Hospital, Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital, Mount Pleasant Hospital and Berkeley Hospital. The active medical staff includes more than 1,000 doctors representing almost every medical specialty. The system also includes Roper St. Francis Physician Partners, a network of more than 200 physicians providing primary care and 20 subspecialties. Roper St. Francis Healthcare is regularly recognized for excellence in patient care by national organizations, including BlueCross BlueShield, Commission on Cancer, National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers, Thomson Reuters, U.S. News & World Report and Consumer Reports. With nearly 7,000 employees, Roper St. Francis Healthcare is Charleston’s largest private employer and consistently earns superior ratings for patient and physician satisfaction.
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