Telemetry Patient Care Technician – Impactful, Hands-on

Sentara Health; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Paid Time Off

Parental & Family Leave

401k/403b with employer match

Job summary

Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center in Williamsburg, VA is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the medical telemetry unit. The role involves direct patient care, monitoring, and assisting with daily activities under RN supervision.

The position emphasizes accuracy in documentation and timely reporting of patient changes. Ideal candidates hold a HS Diploma or equivalent and relevant certifications such as CNA or NCMA, with BLS.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or Equivalent with one of the listed certifications required.
• Certification must be current (BLS) and relevant to patient care.
• Previous PCT or Nursing Assistant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and support activities of daily living.
• Monitor vital signs, mobility and ambulation, and assist with phlebotomy and specimen collection.
• Perform EKG testing, point-of-care testing and IV catheter-related tasks.
• Observe patient condition, document changes timely, and report to RN/medical staff.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Mobility assistance

Phlebotomy

EKG testing

Documentation

Education

HS Diploma or Equivalent

Sentara Care Partner Certification Program

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)

National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT)

Emergency Services (EMR/EMS/EMT/AEMT/Paramedic)

Clinical program student (RN/LPN/RT/PT)

Experience as PCT/Nursing Assistant

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center in Williamsburg, VA is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the medical telemetry unit. The role involves direct patient care, monitoring, and assisting with daily activities under RN supervision.

The position emphasizes accuracy in documentation and timely reporting of patient changes. Ideal candidates hold a HS Diploma or equivalent and relevant certifications such as CNA or NCMA, with BLS.