Patient Care Technician

2 weeks ago


Summerville, South Carolina, United States Summerville Medical Center Full time
Introduction

At Summerville Medical Center, we are committed to providing exceptional patient care and investing in the growth and development of our team members. As a Patient Care Tech, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality care to our patients and contributing to a positive and supportive work environment.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports the health, well-being, and career development of our colleagues. This includes:

  • Comprehensive medical coverage with low copays and free telemedicine services.
  • Dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, and supplemental health protection plans.
  • Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical, and financial well-being.
  • A 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
  • Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  • Referral services for child, elder, and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning, and more.
  • Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
  • Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services, and preferred banking partnerships.
  • Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
  • Colleague recognition program.
  • Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence).
  • Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about our Employee Benefits.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) delivers high-quality, patient-centered care by performing a variety of delegated basic patient care services related to common nursing functions and activities of daily living. Under the supervision of the registered nurse (RN), the PCT assists the nursing staff in providing patient care in accordance with the PCT's skills/training and the needs of the Operating Room, and consistently assists the patient care team with maintaining a clean, well-organized, and safe patient care environment.

What you will do in this role:

  • Participate in the implementation of nursing care plans by performing direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of the licensed nurse.
  • Obtain and record initial and ongoing patient information throughout the cycle of care, including admissions data, vital signs, height and weight, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, intake and output, calorie counts, and other patient information as outlined by policy.
  • Assist with mobility by regular turning and positioning, dangling, and ambulating patients. Assist with use of walkers, crutches, canes, and wheelchairs. Transfer patients to and from other units, departments, or entities. Assist with discharges. Demonstrate proper body mechanics.
  • Obtain or assist in the collection of specimens for diagnostic or waived tests. Ensure accuracy of all labels and timely transfer of specimen.
  • Engage in evidence-based best practices that enhance the patient experience, including SAFETY rounding, communication fundamentals/AIDET, Teach-Back, Narrating Care, etc.
What qualifications you will need:
  • Licensed as a CNA in this state OR be currently enrolled in a nursing program at an accredited school, having completed the Fundamentals of Nursing Course.
  • A current American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider is required.
  • 1 year of acute/hospital experience is required.
  • Previous patient transporting and/or patient care experience in surgical services preferred.

Trident Health is a 445-bed HCA Healthcare hospital system comprised of two acute care hospitals, Trident Medical Center and Summerville Medical Center, and three freestanding emergency departments. We provide care to nearly 375,000 South Carolina Low country residents each year. Every day, our more than 2,600 employees, more than 500 physicians, and more than 130 volunteers are dedicated to fulfilling our mission.



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