Compassionate Patient Care Technician (Entry-Level)

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 21,491,000 - 66,936,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Time Off

Disability & Retirement

Education support

Generous PTO

Job summary

UVA Health in Charlottesville, VA, seeks a Patient Care Technician to provide direct, age-specific care under the direction of an RN or licensed practitioner. You will monitor patients, assist with daily living activities, and support the care team within UVA Health policies and procedures.

The role emphasizes safety, bedside care, and teamwork, with opportunities to advance through certification and ongoing training. Competitive benefits accompany employment at UVA Health.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.
• Experience: No experience required.
• Licensure: AHA Health Care Provider BLS Certification required. For non-certified team members hired prior to May 11, 2026, certification is not required, as relevant experience will be accepted in its place.
• Must have one of the following Virginia credentials or equivalents: CNA, EMT, Military Corpsman/Medic or Tactical Responder, LPN, nursing program graduate, NCCT-certified Patient Care Technician, or enrolled student nurses with clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and direct care to patients in their assigned location with age-appropriate adjustments.
• Monitor patients' conditions and provide updates to the health care team.
• Deliver direct and indirect care to meet comfort, personal hygiene and safety needs.
• Follow nursing and medical plans of care and UVA Health policies.
• Maintain a safe, clean, stocked clinical location to meet patient needs.
• Manage supplies, equipment, sterilization, and environment for quality care outcomes.
• Identify patient and report safety goals to a licensed practitioner/manager/RN.
• Identify and report physical or mental harm risks to the RN.
• Obtain and record patient information throughout the plan of care.
• Obtain or assist in collecting specimens for diagnostic tests.
• Attend mandatory in-services and training.
• Ensure patient safety through participation in safety initiatives.
• Demonstrate ASPIRE Values in all interactions.
• Demonstrate teamwork in the delivery of patient care.
• Recognize time-sensitive issues.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Job description

UVA Health in Charlottesville, VA, seeks a Patient Care Technician to provide direct, age-specific care under the direction of an RN or licensed practitioner. You will monitor patients, assist with daily living activities, and support the care team within UVA Health policies and procedures.

The role emphasizes safety, bedside care, and teamwork, with opportunities to advance through certification and ongoing training. Competitive benefits accompany employment at UVA Health.