Patient Care Technician - Intermediate Care Unit

Sentara; Virginia, Virginia Beach (MN, VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician to join their team in Virginia Beach. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact on patient care in a dynamic environment, where you will provide essential support to nurses and assist with patient needs. With a focus on high acuity patients, you will gain invaluable experience and skills while working in a supportive team. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and tuition assistance, as you embark on a rewarding career path in healthcare.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year

401k/403B with Employer Match

Pet Insurance

Reimbursement for certifications

Emergency Backup Care

Life Insurance

Legal Resources Plan

Annual discretionary bonus eligibility

Qualifications

• Must have BLS Certification within 90 days of hire.
• Experience as a Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and support admissions/discharges.
• Assist nurses with bedside procedures and patient rounding.

Skills

Patient Care

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Nursing Assistance

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

City/State

Virginia Beach, VA

Work Shift

Weekend Days

Overview:

Sentara is currently hiring a Patient Care Technician to work at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital on the Intermediate Care Unit 3 East.

Hours/Shift:

Full-time, dayshift. 7am to 7pm

Department/Position Overview:

Are you looking to test your skills and learn new ones? This 33-bed intermediate care step down unit provides care for high acuity patients. Roles and responsibilities of our PCTs include patient rounding, ADLs, and assisting nurses with bedside procedures, among other responsibilities. Be the difference that our patients need in this important role. Are you a current nursing student or a new graduate nursing assistant wanting to get more hands-on experience? We would love to you have apply today!

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.

CLICK HERE to hear McKenzie tell us about a day in the life of a Patient Care Technician with Sentara.

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.

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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

* Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development

* Pet Insurance

* Legal Resources Plan

* Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met

Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, located in Virginia Beach, VA, is home to the region's only Level III Trauma Center. Our 273-bed facility has a long history of commitment to our communities of Virginia Beach, Eastern Shore, and Northeastern North Carolina, offering specialized tertiary services as well as many advanced clinical services. We are located just 15 minutes from VA Beach Town Center and just a few minutes to the Oceanfront.

As a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart, vascular, neuroscience, neurosurgery, orthopedics and spine care, cancer care, advanced imaging, and behavioral health.

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.