Patient Care Technician – Medical / Surgical

Sentara Health Plans; Virginia Beach (VA); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 57,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

401k/403B

Job summary

Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital is seeking a part-time Patient Care Technician for the Med/Surg 4 West unit. The role involves assisting with patient care during night shifts, under RN supervision, and supporting admissions and safety practices.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, BLS, and relevant CNA/MA/NCPCT or EMT-type credentials, with healthcare experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• Multiple CNA/MA/NCPCT/EMT-type credentials accepted as alternatives.
• Healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under the direct supervision of a registered nurse.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and patient safety practices.
• Observe and report changes in patients' physical, mental, or emotional conditions.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

BLS Certification

Sentara Care Partner Certification Program

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)

National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT)

US Navy Hospital Corps School

EMR/EMS/EMT/AEMT/Paramedic

RN/LPN/RT/PT clinical experience

Job description

## Patient Care Technician – Medical / SurgicalApply: On-Site: Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital: Part time: Posted Yesterday: JR-105553**City/State**Virginia Beach, VA**Work Shift**Third (Nights)**Overview:****Sentara is currently hiring a Patient Care Technician to work at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital on the Med/Surg 4 West Unit.****Hours/Shift:**Part-time, nightshift. Approximately 7pm to 7am**Department/Position Overview:**4 West is a 24-bed inpatient nursing unit. We provide quality care to adult medical/surgical telemetry patients who are acutely ill or injured. We specialize in post-operative surgical patient care. The most common types of clinical conditions include:* General surgery inclusive of emergent and elective* Davinci Robotic surgery for colon, urology, and gyn surgeries* Urology including TURB, continuous bladder irrigation, stent placement* Gynecology surgeries inclusive of bladder/colon resections* Vascular inclusive of amputations, femoral popliteal bypass, fistulas* Mastectomies and variable staging of breast reconstruction* Soft tissue traumas inclusive of gunshot/stab wounds, MVAs, chest tubesMedical population includes:* Diverticulitis, crohns, ulcerative colitis, colitis, fistulas e.g. colorectal* Kidney injury, acute and chronic* Sepsis, pneumonia, asthma, diabetesClick here to learn more about Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital!Location is a mere 10 minutes from the Virginia Beach Oceanfront! Join this supportive team offering a diverse learning environment and opportunity to broaden your skillset!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.**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.**Benefits** Sentara offers an attractive array of full-time benefits to include:* Medical, Dental, Vision plans* Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Leave, Paid Parental Leave, and Emergency Caregiver Leave* Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Paydown programs* 401k/403B, 401a plans* Career Advancement Opportunities* Work PerksFor more information about our employee benefits, CLICK HERE!Keywords: NCP, Nursing Care Partner, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, Nursing Assistant, NA, Patient Care Tech, PCT, Patient Care Technician, MA, Medical Assistant, EMT, EMS, Paramedic, Talroo-Allied Health, #LI-CP1We 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 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.