Patient Care Technician (PCT/CNA) - Impactful Day Shift

Sentara Health; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year

Paid Time Off & Sick Leave

Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave

401k/403B with Employer Match

Life Insurance

Emergency Backup Care

Annual discretionary bonus eligibility

Job summary

Sentara Health in Harrisonburg, VA is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support admissions, discharges, and daily patient care under nurse supervision. The role emphasizes teamwork and compassionate patient interaction in a Magnet-designated hospital environment.

Responsibilities include taking vitals, blood draws, bathing and ambulating patients, and nursing assistant support with Foley care and patient needs. Requires HS diploma and relevant certifications or clinical program enrollment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous direct care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with admission and discharge processes.
• Take vitals, draw blood and provide daily patient care under supervision of a nurse.
• Change, bathe and ambulate patients in a caring, safe manner.
• Provide Foley catheter care and respond to patient needs promptly.

Skills

Vitals taking

Blood draws

Daily care

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma 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

EMR/EMS/EMT/AEMT/Paramedic certifications

RN/LPN/RT/PT clinical program enrollment or recent PCT experience

Job description

Sentara Health in Harrisonburg, VA is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support admissions, discharges, and daily patient care under nurse supervision. The role emphasizes teamwork and compassionate patient interaction in a Magnet-designated hospital environment.

Responsibilities include taking vitals, blood draws, bathing and ambulating patients, and nursing assistant support with Foley care and patient needs. Requires HS diploma and relevant certifications or clinical program enrollment.