Patient Care Technician - Surgery Clinic: Frontline Care

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Paid Time Off

Health Savings Plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Certification and education support

Job summary

UVA Health is hiring for patient care roles. The position involves providing direct care, following care plans, and ensuring a safe, clean environment. You will maintain equipment and assist in specimen collection as needed, while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role requires BLS certification or eligibility, and one of several Virginia nursing-related credentials; high school diploma is required. The pay range is described and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• AHA/Red Cross or equivalent Health Care Provider BLS certification required; non-certified hires may be accepted with relevant experience.
• Must have one of: CNA, EMT, LPN, nursing program graduate, Patient Care Technician or clinical student status.
• High school education or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and direct patient care in assigned location with appropriate age adjustments.
• Deliver direct and indirect care to meet comfort, hygiene and safety needs.
• Follow nursing/medical plans of care and UVA Health policy and procedure.
• Maintain safe, clean, stocked environment to meet patient needs.
• Obtain and record patient information throughout the plan of care.
• Assist in collection of specimens for diagnostic tests as needed.
• Ensure patient safety and participate in safety initiatives.
• Demonstrate ASPIRE Values in all interactions and support teamwork.
• Attend mandatory in-services and training.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

UVA Health is hiring for patient care roles. The position involves providing direct care, following care plans, and ensuring a safe, clean environment. You will maintain equipment and assist in specimen collection as needed, while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role requires BLS certification or eligibility, and one of several Virginia nursing-related credentials; high school diploma is required. The pay range is described and benefits are offered.