Patient Care Technician – Surgery Unit

Sentara Health Plans; Virginia Beach, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Paid Time Off

401k/403b with employer match

Job summary

Sentara Princess Anne Hospital in Virginia Beach, VA, is hiring a Patient Care Technician for Surgery Unit 5B. This full-time night shift (approx. 7pm–7am) includes every other weekend.

You will provide patient care under the supervision of a nurse, assist with admissions and discharges, and monitor patient status in a fast-paced 24-bed surgical unit. Minimum requirements include a high school diploma and a valid BLS certification within 90 days.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• BLS Certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Eligible programs: CNA/NCMA/NCPCT/EMT/Paramedic, etc.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Support admissions and discharge processes.
• Observe patient conditions and report changes to nurse.

Skills

Patient care

Nursing teamwork

Observation

Communication

PCT role

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma

BLS Certification

CNA/NCMA/NCPCT/EMT processes

Job description

## Patient Care Technician – Surgery UnitApply: On-Site: Virginia Beach, VA: Full time: Posted Today: JR-106897**City/State**Virginia Beach, VA**Work Shift**Third (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. **Education** High School Diploma or Equivalent**Certification/Licensure*** American Health Associate BLS Certification required within 90 days of hire.* **Minimum requirements: Must have one of the following** + Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, or + Successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or + National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), or + National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), or + Completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School, or + Emergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic, or + Current student enrolled in a clinical program (beyond prerequisites) having completed at least one semester of RN, LPN, RT or PT, or + Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.**Experience** One year of prior health care experience preferred.**Benefits:** Sentara offers an attractive array of benefits to include:* Medical, Dental, Vision plans* Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Leave, Paid Parental Leave, and Emergency Caregiver Leave* Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Paydown programs* 401k/403B, 401a plans* Career Advancement Opportunities* Work 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, 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.Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits. **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.