What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Tech - Nephrology - Roper Hospital position at Roper St. Francis Healthcare?
R228239
locationsCharleston, SC
time typeFull time
posted onPosted 4 Days Ago
job requisition idR228239
Thank you for considering a career at Roper St. Francis Healthcare!
Scheduled Weekly Hours :
Work Shift :
Evenings / Nights (United States of America)
Shift : Fulltime : 7 : 00pm-7 : 30am
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 Bachelors 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.
Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.
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Department :
Nephrology PCU (5EAST) - 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.
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Roper St. Francis Healthcare and our physician partners serve the Lowcountry with convenient locations across Charleston, Berkeley and Dorchester counties. With locations throughout the Charleston area, we offer a wide range of jobs within our healthcare system.
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Why choose Roper St. Francis Healthcare
Roper St. Francis Healthcare is lauded as one the best places to work in healthcare and here's why you should choose a career with us :
We have a lot to be proud of
We’re the first choice for healthcare among Lowcountry families. We’ve been trusted with our neighbors’ health and wellness for generations. And as our community grows, we continue to expand our services and open our arms to provide care to our friends and family members who need it most.
We are vibrant and growing
With 6,000 employees, we’re the Lowcountry’s second-largest private employer. We have nearly 1,000 doctors representing almost every medical specialty, and our 657-bed system consists of more than 100 facilities and services across five counties. In short, there is plenty of room for growth and ever-expanding job opportunities.
We are committed to excellence
Roper St. Francis Healthcare rewards exceptional performance and invests in supporting our staff. From nurses to technicians and administrative professionals, our employees share our commitment to putting patients first. We recruit and retain the most qualified workforce without regard to age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, handicap or disability.
We offer generous employee benefits
Roper St. Francis Healthcare offers an excellent benefits package for our full-time employees. We offer several options for health plans, a generous retirement plan, and educational opportunities to further your career. Visit our benefits page for a complete list of benefits .
