Patient Care Technician - Medicine Unit 4 - Stepdown

Sentara; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Patient Care Technician, where you will deliver compassionate care and support to patients in a state-of-the-art facility. This role involves assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and collaborating with a dedicated team of professionals to ensure the highest standards of patient safety and comfort. With opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to employee well-being, this position offers a rewarding career path in a supportive environment. Be part of a team that values diversity and inclusiveness while making a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year

401k/403B with Employer Match

Emergency Backup Care

Life Insurance

Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000

Reimbursement for certifications

Pet Insurance

Legal Resources Plan

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Experience as a PCT or Nursing Assistant within the last three years.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and support daily living activities.
• Document patient conditions and report changes to medical staff.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Monitoring

Phlebotomy

EKG Testing

Mobility Assistance

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT)

Current Enrollment in Clinical Program

Job description

City/State

Suffolk, VA

Work Shift

First (Days)

Overview:

The Patient Care Technician provides patient care, supports activities of daily living (both independent and dependent), and performs tasks such as vital signs, mobility and ambulation, phlebotomy, point of care testing, EKG testing, peripheral IV removal, specimen collection, and Foley catheter insertion and removal. They comply with patient safety practices under the supervision of a professional RN. The technician observes patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions, documents findings accurately and timely, and reports any changes to the medical staff. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within 90 days of hire.

Educational and Training Requirements:

Acceptable programs include: Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), US Navy Hospital Corps School, Emergency Services (EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT, Paramedic), or current enrollment in a clinical program (RN, LPN, RT, or PT) with at least one semester completed, or recent work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant. For Safety Partners, de-escalation and physical intervention training must be completed within 30 days of hire (15 days for Behavioral Health).

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 CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan

Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if eligibility criteria are met.

About Sentara Obici Hospital

A 175-bed, state-of-the-art facility located on Godwin Boulevard in Suffolk, VA. The hospital provides high-quality, patient-centered care and is an accredited Primary Stroke Center and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence. It specializes in orthopedics, spine, heart and vascular, advanced imaging, gynecology, breast services, behavioral health, maternity, weight loss surgery, and a heartburn treatment center.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sentara Health is committed to diversity and inclusiveness, reflecting the communities it serves. It is an equal opportunity employer and supports a tobacco-free environment.

Remote Work Eligibility

Positions may be available as remote work 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.