Patient Care Technician Training Program - May 2025

Augusta Health • Fishersville, VA

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About The Position

The Patient Care Technician Trainee will learn and gain the required clinical and customer service skills and knowledge to be successful in providing care as a certified nursing assistant. As the Patient Care Technician, one will provide direct patient care under the direction of the Registered or Licensed Practical Nurse by assisting with activities of daily patient care, vital signs, serve meals, make beds and overall cleanliness of patient room, observe for changes in patient condition/behavior and ensuring patient safety. This is a 4 week on-the-job paid Patient Care Technician training program and will begin in May 2025. A sign-on bonus of $3,000.00 is available for qualified applicants.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the direction of a Registered or Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Assist with activities of daily patient care.
• Take and record vital signs.
• Serve meals to patients.
• Make beds and maintain overall cleanliness of patient rooms.
• Observe for changes in patient condition/behavior.
• Ensure patient safety.
• Assist unit staff nurses and clerical specialists to ensure efficient unit operations.

Benefits

• Retirement savings helping you to plan for your future.
• Free onsite parking.
• 24/7 armed security to ensure your safety.
• Shift and weekend differentials.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Onsite child care.
• Augusta Health Fitness Reimbursement Program.
• Individualized orientation with dedicated preceptor.
• Onsite credit union.
• Employee discounts including the cafeteria, gift shop, pharmacy, and movie tickets.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED