Patient Care Technician

Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center (legal name: Potomac Hospital Corporation of Prince William); Woodbridge (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)/403(b) with employer match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Sentara Health in Woodbridge, VA seeks a Patient Care Technician for the ICU on the day shift. As an unlicensed staff member, you will implement delegated nursing tasks under supervision, support admissions/discharges, and monitor patients to report changes. Requires HS diploma and CNA/NCMA/NCPCT or related certifications with ICU experience preferred. Sentara offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• CNA/NCMA/NCPCT or related certification required.
• ICU experience preferred; strong patient-care skills essential.
• Current clinical program enrollment or recent PCT/Nursing Assistant experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under supervision of a nurse.
• Assist with admissions and discharge processes.
• Monitor patients and report changes in condition to the nurse.

Skills

ICU Experience

CNA Certification

EMR familiarity

Education

HS Diploma

CNA/NCMA/NCPCT certification

Navy Hospital Corps School/EMR/EMT/Paramedic (qualifications)

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

City/StateWoodbridge, VAWork ShiftFirst (Days)Overview:Patient Care Tech - ICU - PT Day ShiftTwo 12-hour shifts including rotating weekends and holidaysOverviewPatient Care Technicians are unlicensed staff members who are accountable to, and work under the direct supervision of a professional nurse to implement delegated aspects of nursing care. Provide patient care, support the admissions and discharge process, and comply with patient safety practices under the direction of the professional nurse. Observe patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and report any change to the nursing.EducationCertification/LicensureMust have a HS Diploma and one of the following:Sentara Care Partner Certification ProgramSuccessful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School, Emergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and ParamedicCurrent student enrolled in a clinical program having completed at least one semester of a (RN, LPN, RT or PT)Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.Experience1 year of ICU Experience (Strongly Preferred)We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $18.93 - $27.41 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs. Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career• Medical, Dental, Vision plans• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave• Emergency Backup Care• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans• Life Insurance• 401k/403B with Employer Match• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000•Pet Insurance•Legal Resources Plan•Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center located in Woodbridge, VA is a 183-bed not-for-profit hospital. We combine the resources of a major health system with the compassionate, personalized care of a community hospital. We offer quiet, private rooms and quality care focused on safety and patient satisfaction. Our clinical services include advanced imaging, cancer services, cardiovascular care, emergency care, lab services, orthopedics, weight loss services and more, all powered through Sentara eCare, a comprehensive electronic medical record system. In addition to our hospital, Sentara Health is enhancing access to healthcare services in Northern Virginia with outpatient and imaging centers in Lake Ridge, Lorton, Springfield and Alexandria, Va. We improve health every day, come be a part of the community.Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.