Patient Care Tech - Intensive Care Unit

Sentara Hospitals • Virginia Beach, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Sentara Albemarle Medical Center is hiring a Patient Care Tech (PCT) for the Intensive Care Unit. Full-time (36 hours/week), Night Shift, 7p-7a Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent One of the following programs is acceptable for required education: Successful completion 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, or current student enrolled in a clinical program having completed at least one semester of a (RN, LPN, RT or PT) or current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant. AHA BLS certification within 90 days of hire. One year of health care experience preferred. Join Our ICU Family – Where Your Voice Matters and Your Growth Matters More! Looking for more than just a job? Come be part of our 10-bed Medical-Surgical ICU , a close-knit, high-performing team that feels more like family than coworkers. Here, you're not just filling a shift — you're making a difference. We believe in open communication, shared decision-making, and amplifying every voice on the team. Whether you’re a seasoned nurse or just starting your critical care journey, your ideas, input, and experiences are valued every day. As a Nursing Care Partner/Patient Care Technician with Sentara, you will have the opportunity to learn many new skills. From taking vitals to blood draws and daily care. The primary duties of this position include supporting the admission/discharge process, changing, bathing ambulating patients, drawing blood, foley catheter care, meeting patient needs while working under the direct supervision of a nurse. You will find that teamwork is exceptional, with everyone working together to provide the best care for our patients. Click https://youtu.be/GodktM6dS_M to hear Jennifer tell us about a day in the life of a Nursing Care Partner (NCP) with Sentara Healthcare. Our success is supported by a family-friendly culture that encourages community involvement and creates unlimited opportunities for development and growth. Be a part of an excellent healthcare organization that cares about our People, Quality, Patient Safety, Service, and Integrity. Join a team that has a mission to improve health every day and a vision to be the healthcare choice of the communities that we serve! Keywords: Nursing Care Partner, NCP, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, PCT, Patient Care Tech, ICU, Intensive Care .

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Successful completion 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, or current student enrolled in a clinical program having completed at least one semester of a (RN, LPN, RT or PT) or current work experience within 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

• supporting the admission/discharge process
• changing, bathing ambulating patients
• drawing blood
• foley catheter care
• meeting patient needs while working under the direct supervision of a nurse

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
• Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met

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