Patient Care Technician

Sentara Health • Hampton, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Sentara CarePlex Hospital is hiring a Patient Care Tech for the Inpatient Surgical Unit. This unit experiences a quick turnover of patients and provides care for patients with complex needs across a wide range of surgical specialties, including Vascular, Neurosurgery, General Surgery, Orthopedic, Podiatric, Colorectal, Bariatric, Plastic, Gynecologic, and Urologic. The unit works closely with surgeons and the multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional postoperative care. In addition to postoperative care, we occasionally provide care to patients with general medical needs. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are ready to be part of a collaborative, patient-focused team, apply today!

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• One of the following: Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, or Successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), or National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), or Completion of US Hospital Corps School, or Emergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic, or Current student enrolled in a clinical program (beyond prerequisites) having completed at least one semester of 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

• Provides patient care, support independent and dependent activities of daily living, vital signs, mobility and ambulation, phlebotomy, point of care testing, EKG testing, peripheral IV removal, specimen collection, and foley catheter insertion and removal.
• Complies with patient safety practices under the direction of the professional RN nurse.
• Observes patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and documents in a timely and accurate manner while reporting any change to the nurse or medical staff.

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 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