Patient Care Tech - Compassionate, Hands-On Support

VCU Health System Authority; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health System Authority is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide direct age-appropriate care under RN supervision. You will support patients across neonate to geriatric populations, monitor conditions, collect data, and ensure safe, compassionate care aligned with clinical plans.

Requirements include High School diploma and CNA/related training, plus experience in healthcare. The role emphasizes safety, infection control, and effective collaboration with the health care team.

Qualifications

• High School Degree or equivalent.
• Completion of CNA, Medical Assistant, EMT or equivalent training.
• Experience in a healthcare environment and clinical nursing rotations.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, direct care to patients and update RN/physician as needed.
• Maintain safe, clean, stocked environment and assist with hygiene and comfort.
• Record vital signs, intake/output, and patient information per policy.
• Assist with collection of specimens for diagnostic tests as required.
• Ensure patient safety and respond to instructions from care team.
• Establish rapport with patients, visitors and health care team.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Hygiene & ADLs

Feeding & nutrition

Mobility assistance

PPE usage

Infection control

Safety

Patient data collection

Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Medical Assistant or EMT training

Job description

VCU Health System Authority is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide direct age-appropriate care under RN supervision. You will support patients across neonate to geriatric populations, monitor conditions, collect data, and ensure safe, compassionate care aligned with clinical plans.

Requirements include High School diploma and CNA/related training, plus experience in healthcare. The role emphasizes safety, infection control, and effective collaboration with the health care team.