Patient Support Technician, FT, Nights
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LocationColumbia, SC
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Department8W Accountable Care Unit
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 22, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live5d ago
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Completion of a Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Tech, Medical Assistant or Nursing Fundamentals course
Current CPR Heartsaver required
Must successfully complete PrismaHealth unit secretary course and training within 90 days of hire
High School Diploma or equivalent
Previous nursing assistant, medical assistant or related experience
One year hospital clerical experience
Current or former South Carolina CNA certification in lieu of nursing assistant training course
Current or former CMA certification in lieu of medical assistant training course
Basic Life Support, Heartsaver certification or higher
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Job Summary
Perform routine assistive tasks to assist the Registered Nurse to meet basic patient needs, unlicensed assistive personnel.
**Patient Support Technician, 8 West Med/Surg, FT, Nights**
Accountabilities
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Assists patient with needs associated with personal hygiene. Duties include, but are not limited to, bathing, washing hair, brushing teeth and hair, and washing hands.
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Assists patients with needs related to nutrition and feeding. Duties include, but are not limited to, assisting with feeding, drinking, and setting up meal trays.
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Assists patients with needs related to ambulation. Duties include, but are not limited to, dangling, walking, walking with assistive device, and implementing fall prevention measures under the direction of the registered nurse.
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Meets patients’ needs related to elimination. Duties include, but are not limited to, assisting patient with getting to the bathroom, using a bedside commode, using a bedpan, and/or using a urinal. Accurately monitors inputs and outputs.
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Accurately completes and documents patient vital signs. Duties include assessing blood pressure, pulse, temperature, heart rate, and oxygenation via pulse ox or ETC02. Reports abnormal values to the registered nurse.
Supervisory/Management Responsibilities
This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive.
Minimum Requirements
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High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
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Completion of a Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Tech, Medical Assistant or Nursing Fundamentals course.
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Previous nursing assistant, medical assistant or related experience preferred.
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One year hospital clerical experience preferred.
In Lieu Of The Minimum Requirements Noted Above
In lieu of school verification of a nursing assistant training course, will accept current or former South Carolina CNA certification as proof of completed state required training at time of hire.
In lieu of school verification of a medical assistant training course, will accept current or former CMA certification as proof of completed required training at time of hire.
Other Required Skills and Experience
Current CPR Heartsaver required. Basic Life Support, Heartsaver certification or higher preferred.
Candidates must successfully complete PrismaHealth unit secretary course and training within 90 days of hire.
Work Shift
Night (United States of America)
Location
Richland
Facility
Richland Hospital
Department
8W Accountable Care Unit
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