Patient Care Technician – Cardiac / Medicine Unit

Sentara Health; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sentara Princess Anne Hospital in Virginia Beach seeks a Part-time Night Patient Care Technician for the Cardiac/Medicine Unit 4D. You will provide direct patient care under licensed staff, assist with admissions and discharges, and help ensure patient safety for a unit with 8–12 patients per technician.

Required is a High School Diploma or equivalent and BLS within 90 days of hire. Preferred credentials include CNA/NCMA/NCPCT or related certifications; prior healthcare experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Unlicensed staff working under the supervision of a professional nurse.
• One year of healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under the direct supervision of a professional nurse.
• Assist with admissions and discharge processes.
• Observe patients' conditions and report changes to the nurse.
• Adhere to patient safety practices on the unit.

Skills

Patient care

Observation of changes

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS certification within 90 days of hire

CNA/NCMA/NCPCT or related credential

Current student in RN/LPN/RT/PT clinical program (optional)

Job description

Overview:

Sentara is currently hiring a Patient Care Technician to work at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, located in Virginia Beach, on the Cardiac / Medicine Unit 4D.

Hours/Shift:

Part-time, nightshift, approximately 7pm to 7am

City/State

Virginia Beach, VA

Work Shift

Third (Nights)

Overview:

Sentara is currently hiring a Patient Care Technician to work at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, located in Virginia Beach, on the Cardiac / Medicine Unit 4D.

Hours/Shift:

Part-time, nightshift, approximately 7pm to 7am

Department/Position Overview:

Join our upbeat and fun team on the 4D Unit! Our primary patient population is cardiac patients with a few medicine patients. The patient ratio is generally 1 Patient Care Technician to 8-12 patients. We look forward to hiring a candidate that is looking for a work family and dedicated to providing excellent patient care.

Patient 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 nurse.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certification/Licensure

• American Health Associate BLS Certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Minimum requirements: Must have one of the following
  • Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, or
  • Successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or
  • National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), or
  • National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), or
  • Completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School, or
  • Emergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic, or
  • Current student enrolled in a clinical program (beyond prerequisites) having completed at least one semester of RN, LPN, RT or PT, or
  • Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.

Experience

One year of prior health care experience preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Leave, Paid Parental Leave, and Emergency Caregiver Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Paydown programs
• 401k/403B, 401a plans
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Work Perks

Keywords: NCP, Nursing Care Partner, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, Nursing Assistant, NA, Patient Care Tech, PCT, Patient Care Technician, MA, Medical Assistant, Talroo-Allied Health,

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, standby/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.

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 Princess Anne Hospital is a 174-bed acute care hospital that provides quality clinical outcomes, experienced physicians, advanced technology, and a patient-centered approach to care in southern Virginia Beach, as well as neighboring Chesapeake and Northeastern North Carolina communities.

As a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, the hospital specializes in orthopedic and spine care, heart, vascular, advanced imaging, gynecological, comprehensive breast care services, and family maternity with a state-of-the-art neonatal intensive care unit. Our facility also is home to Virginia's only Ornish Lifestyle Medicine program.

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.