Patient Care Technician - Day Shift | Vital Signs

Sentara Health; Norfolk (VA); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is hiring a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the Day shift. The role involves direct patient care, monitoring vitals, assisting with activities, and performing phlebotomy and basic tests under RN supervision.

Education options include HS diploma or equivalent with multiple program paths (CNA, NCMA, NCPCT, Navy corps, EMT/Paramedic, or clinical RN/LPN/RT/PT study). BLS is required within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent is required.
• AHA BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• One year healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and assist with activities of daily living.
• Monitor and document vital signs, mobility, and comfort; report changes to RN.
• Perform phlebotomy, point-of-care testing, EKGs, and specimen collection as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

EKG testing

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Care Partner CNA NCMA NCPCT programs

Navy Hospital Corps/EMT/Paramedic training

RN/LPN/RT/PT clinical coursework

Recent PCT/Nursing Assistant experience

Job description

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is hiring a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the Day shift. The role involves direct patient care, monitoring vitals, assisting with activities, and performing phlebotomy and basic tests under RN supervision.

Education options include HS diploma or equivalent with multiple program paths (CNA, NCMA, NCPCT, Navy corps, EMT/Paramedic, or clinical RN/LPN/RT/PT study). BLS is required within 90 days of hire.