Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Earn While You Learn Program

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville, Virginia, Evanston Township (VA, MN, IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking institution that offers a unique Earn While You Learn Trainee Program. This full-time opportunity provides structured coursework alongside paid on-the-job training, allowing you to gain valuable experience while making a meaningful impact in patient care. As a Patient Care Technician Trainee, you will assist in various patient care functions under the guidance of experienced Registered Nurses. With a commitment to diversity and exceptional patient care, this program is perfect for those seeking a rewarding career in the healthcare field. Training begins in June 2025, and no prior experience is necessary, making it an ideal starting point for your healthcare journey.

Benefits

Paid Training

Healthcare Benefits

Course and Certification Fees Covered

Qualifications

• No experience required; training provided.
• Physical demands include lifting and exposure to various materials.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care and administrative functions under RN supervision.
• Capture patient data and report changes in condition.
• Ensure a safe environment and assist with personal care.

Skills

Patient Care Assistance

Basic Nursing Skills

Data Reporting

Safety Protocols

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The UVA Earn While You Learn Trainee Program offers structured coursework and paid on-the-job training as a full-time, benefitted employee.

Patient Care Techs perform various patient care and administrative support functions under the supervision of a Medical Center Registered Nurse (RN) in inpatient or outpatient settings.

Note: The application window for our February 2025 cohort has closed. Please apply now for the June 2025 cohort. Interviews will be scheduled starting in March. Thank you!

Join a culture that encourages growth, teamwork, diversity, pride, efficiency, and exceptional patient care. Whether starting your first job or seeking a new healthcare career, our Earn While You Learn training programs could be ideal for you.

The UVA Earn While You Learn Trainee Program provides structured coursework and paid on-the-job training as a full-time, benefitted employee. Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED; no experience necessary. If you seek a rewarding career that makes a difference, consider joining one of the nation's top academic health systems.

Training begins June 2025.

Find more information on program career paths and training here: https://hr.virginia.edu/careers-uva/job-openings/earn-while-you-learn

If interested, please apply to this posting. A recruiter will contact you to schedule an interview.

Position Compensation: $16.00/hour + benefits. You will be paid for 40 hours/week. UVA Health will cover all course and certification fees in exchange for a 1-year full-time employment commitment after course completion.

Patient Care Technician Trainee (PCT) - Earn While You Learn Program

• Performs patient care and administrative functions under RN supervision in inpatient/outpatient settings.
• Assists patients with personal care for recovery.
• Performs basic nursing skills delegated by RN, following policies to promote health and wellness.
• Ensures a safe environment and safe care delivery.
• Provides administrative support and maintains skills and competencies.
• Captures patient data such as vital signs, weights, and intake/output measurements.
• Reports changes in patient condition and abnormal data promptly to RN.
• Assists with personal hygiene, ADLs, exercise, and ambulation.
• Handles specimens for diagnostic testing.
• Supports healthcare staff during examinations and procedures.
• Monitors for safety hazards and reports hazards immediately.
• Verifies patient identity before interventions.
• Maintains safe transfer and positioning practices.
• Cleans equipment and performs safety checks.
• Reports incidents promptly via the institution's process.
• Follows fire, emergency, and infection control protocols.
• Supports supply management and inventory.
• Sets professional development goals.
• Completes mandatory training and in-service requirements timely.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Graduate or Equivalent
• No experience required
• No licensure/certifications required
• Physical demands include frequent bending/stooping, lifting 20-50 lbs, and exposure to chemicals, blood, and infectious materials

We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected status.