Patient Care Technician

Sentara Health; Woodbridge (VA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year

401k/403B with Employer Match

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Emergency Backup Care

Job summary

A community-oriented health provider in Woodbridge, VA is seeking a part-time Patient Care Technician to provide vital patient care under nursing supervision. Ideal candidates should be high school graduates, have relevant certifications, and possess skills in communication and observation. Join a dedicated team focused on improving health every day with comprehensive benefits and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification programs like CNA or PCT are acceptable.
• AHA BLS certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under nursing supervision.
• Assist with admissions and discharges.
• Monitor and report changes in patient conditions.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Observation

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Certification in Nursing Assistant or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Part-time (24-hours per week), Day Shift. Works under the direct supervision of a professional nurse to implement delegated aspects of nursing care. Provides patient care, supports the admissions and discharge process, and complies with patient safety practices under the direction of the professional nurse. Observes patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and reports any changes to the nursing staff.

Responsibilities

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

Education

• HS - High School Grad or Equivalent
• One of the following programs is acceptable for education: Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, successful 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 (EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic), or current student enrolled in a clinical program having completed at least one semester of an RN, LPN, RT or PT, or current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.

Certifications/Licensure

• AHA BLS certification within 90 days of hire.

Experience

• One year of health care experience preferred.

Benefits

• 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
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Potential annual discretionary bonus if system and eligibility criteria are 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 workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging are guiding principles 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.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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