Patient Care Technician — Day Shift, Growth & Benefits

RiseMe; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401k with Employer Match

Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year

Job summary

Sentara Princess Anne Hospital in Virginia Beach, VA is hiring a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for full-time day shift. The PCT provides direct patient care, supports activities of daily living, and conducts vital signs, mobility, phlebotomy, EKGs, and specimen collection under RN supervision.

A BLS certification within 90 days is required. Education options include HS diploma or equivalent, CNA/NCMA/NCPCT, or other approved programs; prior PCT/Nursing Assistant experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• Qualified for one of Sentara Care Partner/CNA/NCMA/NCPCT/EMT/Paramedic paths or current clinical student.
• AHA BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• One year of healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and assist with activities of daily living.
• Monitor vital signs and mobility, assist with ambulation.
• Perform phlebotomy, point-of-care testing, EKGs, and specimen collection.
• Assist with Foley catheter insertion/removal and IV removal as directed.
• Document observations accurately and report changes to RN/medical staff.

Education

HS Diploma or Equivalent

Sentara Care Partner Certification Program

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)

National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT)

US Navy Hospital Corps School

Emergency Services (EMR/EMS/EMT/AEMT/Paramedic)

Clinical program student (RN/LPN/RT/PT)

Experience as PCT or Nursing Assistant (last 3 years)

Job description

Sentara Princess Anne Hospital in Virginia Beach, VA is hiring a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for full-time day shift. The PCT provides direct patient care, supports activities of daily living, and conducts vital signs, mobility, phlebotomy, EKGs, and specimen collection under RN supervision.

A BLS certification within 90 days is required. Education options include HS diploma or equivalent, CNA/NCMA/NCPCT, or other approved programs; prior PCT/Nursing Assistant experience is preferred.