Patient Care Technician, Oncology - Full Time, Day Shift

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sentara Careplex in Virginia is hiring a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the Oncology Unit. This is a full-time position (36 hours per week) with a shift from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Under the direct supervision of a registered nurse, the PCT provides patient care, supports admissions and discharges, observes patients, and reports changes to the nursing team. Education includes high school diploma and approved CNA/NCMA/NCPCT or equivalent programs, with BLS within 90 days.

Qualifications

• HS - High School Grad or Equivalent.
• One of the listed education programs or equivalent experience.
• AHA BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• One year of health care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Support admissions and discharge processes and ensure patient safety.
• Observe patients and report any changes to the nursing staff.

Education

High School Grad or Equivalent

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)

Clinical program student (RN/LPN/RT/PT) or PCT experience

Job description

Sentara Careplex is hiring a Patient Care Tech (PCT) for the Oncology Unit.

Full-time (36-hours per week)

Shift: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

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 nursing.

Education:

• HS - High School Grad or Equivalent

• One of the following programs is acceptable for education: 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.

Certifications/Licensure:

• AHA BLS certification within 90 days of hire.

Education:

• One year of health care experience preferred.

Keywords: Nursing Care Partner, NCP, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, PCT, Patient Care Tech

Sentara is currently reviewing market compensation for this role. Our Talent Acquisition team will be able to share more specific information during the recruiting process.

Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center located in Woodbridge, VA is a 183-bed not-for-profit hospital. We combine the resources of a major health system with the compassionate, personalized care of a community hospital. We offer quiet, private rooms and quality care focused on safety and patient satisfaction. Our clinical services include advanced imaging, cancer services, cardiovascular care, emergency care, lab services, orthopedics, weight loss services and more, all powered through Sentara eCare, a comprehensive electronic medical record system. In addition to our hospital, Sentara Health is enhancing access to healthcare services in Northern Virginia with outpatient and imaging centers in Lake Ridge, Lorton, Springfield and Alexandria, Va. We improve health every day, come be a part of the community.