Emergency Department Patient Care Technician
About The Position
Sentara Emergency Department is hiring a Patient Care Tech (PCT). This is a full-time position with 36 hours per week, working the Day shift from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Patient Care Technicians are unlicensed staff members who work under the direct supervision of a professional nurse to implement delegated aspects of nursing care. They provide patient care, support admissions and discharges, and comply with patient safety practices. PCTs observe patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and report any changes to the nursing staff.
Requirements
- HS - High School Grad or Equivalent
- Sentara Care Partner Certification Program
- Successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)
- National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT)
- Completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School
- Emergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic
- Current student enrolled in a clinical program having completed at least one semester of a (RN, LPN, RT or PT)
- Current work experience within the last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant
- AHA BLS certification within 90 days of hire
Nice To Haves
- One year of health care experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide patient care
- Support the admissions and discharge process
- Comply with patient safety practices
- Observe patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and report any change to the nursing
Benefits
- 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
- Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Resources Plan
- Annual discretionary bonus
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
