Patient Care Technician (IMCU)

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital in Charlottesville, VA is hiring a Patient Care Technician for the Intermediate Care Unit. This full-time day shift (7A–7P) role provides direct patient care, vital signs, phlebotomy, EKG testing, and assistance with daily living under RN supervision.

Requirements include HS Diploma or equivalent and CNA/NCMA/NCPCT or related certification options. One year of related healthcare experience is preferred. Competitive benefits and base pay offered.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or Equivalent required.
• One year of related healthcare experience preferred.
• CNA/NCMA/NCPCT or equivalent certification options listed in the postings.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and assist with activities of daily living under RN supervision.
• Monitor and document patient conditions and vital signs.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and specimen collection as directed.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Mobility assistance

EKG testing

Phlebotomy

Education

HS Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

CNA/NCMA/NCPCT certifications

Sentara Care Partner Certification Program

Job description

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital is hiring a Patient Care Technician for our Intermediate Care Unit

Full Time Days (7A - 7P)

Overview

The Patient Care Technician provides patient care, support independent and dependent activities of daily living, vital signs, mobility and ambulation, phlebotomy, point of care testing, EKG testing, peripheral IV removal, specimen collection, and foley catheter insertion and removal, and comply with patient safety practices under the direction of the professional RN nurse. Observe patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and document in a timely and accurate manner while reporting any change to the nurse or medical staff. Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire.

Education

• HS Diploma or Equivalent (Required)

Certification/Licensure

• One of the following programs is acceptable for education: Graduate of 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 to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic, or current student enrolled in a clinical program having completed at least one semester of a (RN, LPN, RT or PT) or current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.

Experience

• One year of related healthcare experience (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.