Patient Care Technician - Med/Surg FT Days

Martha Jefferson Hospital; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401k/403B with Employer Match

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital in Charlottesville, VA is hiring a full-time Patient Care Technician for Day shift (7A–7P). The role involves providing direct patient care, observing and documenting conditions, and supporting daily living activities under RN supervision.

Qualifications include a HS Diploma or GED, BLS within 90 days, and certification/education options such as CNA, NCMA, or NCPCT. The hospital offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• BLS within 90 days of hire.
• CNA, NCMA, NCPCT, or NCPCT acceptable programs.
• Clinical program enrollment or recent nursing assistant/PCT experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and assist with activities of daily living.
• Monitor and document vital signs; report changes to nurse.
• Perform phlebotomy, specimen collection, and EKG testing.
• Assist with mobility, ambulation, and Foley catheter care as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Mobility support

Phlebotomy

EKG testing

Education

HS Diploma or GED

BLS within 90 days

CNA

NCMA

NCPCT

Navy Hospital Corps School

Clinical program student

Tools

EMR

ECG equipment

Phlebotomy supplies

Job description

City/StateCharlottesville, VAWork ShiftFirst (Days)Overview:Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital is hiring a Patient Care Technician - Full-Time Days 7A - 7PThe 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.EducationHS Diploma or Equivalent GED (Required)Certification/LicensureBasic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire.One of the following programs is acceptable for education:Graduate of Sentara Care Partner Certification ProgramCertified Nursing Assistant (CNA)National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT)Completion of US Navy Hospital Corps SchoolEmergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and ParamedicCurrent student enrolled in a clinical program having completed at least one semester of a (RN, LPN, RT or PT)Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.ExperienceOne-year 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, 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 Martha Jefferson Hospital, located in Charlottesville, VA, is a Magnet status, 176-bed facility featuring all patient-friendly private rooms. Since its founding more than 100 years ago, Sentara Martha Jefferson has constantly evolved to meet the diverse healthcare needs of the patients who trust us with their care.Today, our vision is as clear as it was to our founders. We will continue to set the standard for clinical quality and personalized healthcare services. Our hospital offers specialized care in Cancer Care, Heart and Vascular, Neurology and Neurosurgery (including a Primary Stroke Center), Orthopedics, and Maternity.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.