Patient Care Technician – Surgery Unit

Sentara; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Paid Time Off

401k/403B

Job summary

Sentara Princess Anne Hospital in Virginia Beach seeks a Patient Care Technician on the Surgery Unit 5B for the night shift. The role involves assisting licensed nurses, observing patients, and supporting admissions and discharges to ensure smooth patient flow.

Qualifying candidates have a high school diploma, BLS, and CNA/NCMA/NCPCT or related certifications; prior healthcare experience is preferred. Sentara offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire.
• One of: CNA, NCMA, NCPCT, Navy Hospital Corps School, or related training.
• Experience in clinical settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Assist with admissions and discharge processes.
• Monitor patient conditions and report changes to the nurse.
• Adhere to patient safety practices.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

BLS Certification

CNA

NCMA

NCPCT

US Navy Hospital Corps School

EMT

EMR/EMS/Paramedic training

RN/LPN clinical program in progress

Tools

EMR

EMT/EMS/Paramedic tools

Job description

City/StateVirginia Beach, VAWork ShiftThird (Nights)Overview:Sentara is currently hiring a Patient Care Technician to work at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital located in Virginia Beach on Surgery Unit 5B.Hours/Shift:Full-time, Nightshift, Approximately 7pm to 7am and every other weekend.Department/Position Overview:Join us to see what great teamwork all is about! Our busy 24 bed unit treats patients that are recovering from surgery including general, GYN, colorectal, urology, plastics, vascular and neuro spine. We are focused on getting our patients up and moving. Our patient customer service scores and the longevity of our staff prove this is a great place to work. Apply today!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 nurse.EducationHigh School Diploma or EquivalentCertification/LicensureAmerican Health Associate BLS Certification required within 90 days of hire.Minimum requirements: Must have one of the followingSentara Care Partner Certification Program, orSuccessful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), orNational Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), orNational Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), orCompletion of US Navy Hospital Corps School, orEmergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic, orCurrent student enrolled in a clinical program (beyond prerequisites) having completed at least one semester of RN, LPN, RT or PT, orCurrent work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.ExperienceOne year of prior health care experience preferred.Benefits: Sentara offers an attractive array of full-time benefits to include:Medical, Dental, Vision plansPaid Time Off, Paid Sick Leave, Paid Parental Leave, and Emergency Caregiver LeaveTuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Paydown programs401k/403B, 401a plansCareer Advancement OpportunitiesWork PerksFor more information about our employee benefits, CLICK HERE!Keywords: NCP, Nursing Care Partner, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, Nursing Assistant, NA, Patient Care Tech, PCT, Patient Care Technician, MA, Medical Assistant, EMT, EMS, Paramedic, Talroo-Allied Health, #LI-CP1We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $18.93 - $27.41 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career• Medical, Dental, Vision plans• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave• Emergency Backup Care• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans• Life Insurance• 401k/403B with Employer Match• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000•Pet Insurance•Legal Resources Plan•Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.Sentara Princess Anne Hospital is a 174-bed acute care hospital that provides quality clinical outcomes, experienced physicians, advanced technology, and a patient-centered approach to care in southern Virginia Beach, as well as neighboring Chesapeake and Northeastern North Carolina communities.As a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, the hospital specializes in orthopedic and spine care, heart, vascular, advanced imaging, gynecological, comprehensive breast care services, and family maternity with a state-of-the-art neonatal intensive care unit. Our facility also is home to Virginia’s only Ornish Lifestyle Medicine program.Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.