Patient Care Technician - PCT Peri Anesthesia Main Pre Op

UVA Health; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Certification and education support

Job summary

UVA Health in Virginia seeks a Patient Care Technician to perform vital patient care tasks and administrative support. The role involves assisting patients and implementing nursing skills under the supervision of healthcare providers.

Minimum requirements include being a high school graduate with certifications in health practice. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with generous paid time off and professional development support.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or Equivalent education required.
• No prior experience required, but certifications must be obtained.
• Documented proof of recent experience or completion of approved programs needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal care during hospitalization.
• Perform basic nursing skills as delegated by RN.
• Maintain a safe environment and administrative support functions.

Skills

Basic nursing skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to lift 20-50lbs

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Certified Nurse Aide certification

EMT certification

Job description

Overview

Performs a variety of patient care and administrative support functions under the supervision of a Health Care Provider (physician, APP or RN designee) in an inpatient or outpatient setting.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with personal care as needed for optimal recovery during hospitalization.
• Performs basic nursing skills as delegated by an RN and in accordance with policy and procedure to promote patient health and wellness.
• Provides for a safe environment and safe delivery of care.
• Performs administrative support functions.
• Maintains necessary skills and competencies.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent
• Experience: No experience required
• Licensure: American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS Certification required.
• Certified to practice as a Nurse Aide in the Commonwealth of Virginia OR must meet one of the following criteria (required):
• Successful completion of the UVa PCT Education Program OR Successful completion of another PCT Education Program that has been approved by NPDS.
• Documented proof of at least 1 year of recent (within past 2 years) experience in a similar PCT role from an outside institution. Candidate must successfully complete a written exam and must successfully demonstrate clinical skills during 6 month probationary period.
• Passage of a nationally recognized and accredited PCT Certification exam. (Example - National Healthcareer Association - C-PCT). Present Certificate as verification.
• OR must meet one of the following criteria (required):
• Currently enrolled student nurses who have successfully completed the Medical/Surgical Clinical Experience and Didactic are exempt from the Certified Nurse Aide requirement.
• EMT or above certification. Candidate will complete the UVA PCT Course within 6 month probationary period
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

Physical Demands

Job requires frequently bending/stooping and driving (Home Health Aide only). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 – 50lbs and > 100lbs (Home Health Aide only). May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous Paid Time Off

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.