Compassionate Patient Care Technician - Day Shift

Sentara Health; Woodbridge (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plan

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Sentara Health, located in Woodbridge, VA, seeks Patient Care Technicians to provide direct patient care under the supervision of licensed nurses. You will support admissions and discharge processes and monitor patients’ physical, mental, and emotional conditions, reporting changes promptly.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to care plans. Competitive hourly pay with potential shift differentials and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma is required or equivalent.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) or National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT) certification preferred.
• Current student enrolled in a clinical program or recent PCT/Nursing Assistant experience within 3 years is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Assist with admissions and discharge processes.
• Observe patients’ physical, mental, and emotional conditions and report changes to the nurse.

Skills

Patient care

Observation/reporting

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

HS Diploma

CNA/NCMA/NCPCT cert

Job description

Sentara Health, located in Woodbridge, VA, seeks Patient Care Technicians to provide direct patient care under the supervision of licensed nurses. You will support admissions and discharge processes and monitor patients’ physical, mental, and emotional conditions, reporting changes promptly.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to care plans. Competitive hourly pay with potential shift differentials and comprehensive benefits are offered.