Vascular Unit Patient Care Technician FT

Sentara Health; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

Paid Time Off

401(k) with employer match

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, VA, is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support vascular unit patients across day and night shifts. You will perform patient care, monitor vital signs, assist with activities of daily living, phlebotomy, EKG testing, specimen collection, and catheter care under RN supervision.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, BLS within 90 days of hire, and CNA/NCMA/NCPCT or equivalent certification; prior healthcare experience is

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of one of the listed CNA/NCMA/NCPCT or equivalent programs required.
• AHA BLS certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and assist with daily living activities.
• Monitor and document vital signs and report changes to RN.
• Support mobility and ambulation of patients.
• Perform phlebotomy, specimen collection and point-of-care testing as needed.
• Conduct EKG testing and manage IV/removal as directed.
• Assist with Foley catheter care and other procedures following safety protocols.

Skills

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

EKG testing

Specimen collection

Mobility support

PCT duties

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Sentara Care Partner Certification Program

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)

National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT)

US Navy Hospital Corps School (completed)

EMR/EMS/EMT/AEMT/Paramedic (certified)

RN/LPN/RT/PT clinical program experience

Job description

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, VA, is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support vascular unit patients across day and night shifts. You will perform patient care, monitor vital signs, assist with activities of daily living, phlebotomy, EKG testing, specimen collection, and catheter care under RN supervision.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, BLS within 90 days of hire, and CNA/NCMA/NCPCT or equivalent certification; prior healthcare experience is