Patient Care Tech, Intensive Care, Flexi
About The Position
Sentara is hiring a Patient Care Technician to work in the Intensive Care Unit at Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center in Williamsburg, Virginia. The position works rotating shifts in a fast-paced environment caring for critically ill patients alongside patient care technicians and registered nurses. The role calls for compassion, strong communication, and customer service skills when working with patients and their families. Patient Care Technicians are unlicensed staff 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, follow patient safety practices, observe patients’ physical, mental, and emotional conditions, and report changes to the nurse. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, American Health Associate BLS certification within 90 days of hire, and at least one of the listed qualifying credentials, educational pathways, or recent work experiences. One year of prior healthcare experience is preferred. Sentara offers a market-competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits package. The hospital is a 145-bed Certified Primary Stroke Center with advanced healthcare technologies and Magnet recognition.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- American Health Associate BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.
- Must meet at least one qualifying criterion: Sentara Care Partner Certification Program; successful completion of CNA, NCMA, or NCPCT certification; completion of U.S. Navy Hospital Corps School; emergency services training including EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT, or Paramedic; current enrollment beyond prerequisites in a clinical program after completing at least one semester of RN, LPN, RT, or PT study; or current work experience within the last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.
- Compassion and strong communication skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
Nice To Haves
- One year of prior healthcare experience.
Responsibilities
- Implement delegated aspects of nursing care under the direct supervision of a professional nurse.
- Provide patient care and support the admissions and discharge process.
- Comply with patient safety practices under the direction of the professional nurse.
- Observe patients’ physical, mental, and emotional conditions and report changes to the nurse.
- Work alongside patient care technicians and registered nurses in the Intensive Care Unit.
- Provide customer service and work closely with patients and their family members.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- Adoption, fertility, and surrogacy reimbursement up to $10,000
- Paid time off and sick leave
- Paid parental and family caregiver leave
- Emergency backup care
- Long-term and short-term disability and critical illness plans
- Life insurance
- 401(k)/403(b) with employer match
- Tuition assistance up to $5,250 per year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
- Student debt pay down up to $10,000
- Pet insurance
- Legal resources plan
- Potential annual discretionary bonus, subject to system and employee eligibility criteria
- Paid holidays
- Educational assistance or student loan repayment
- Voluntary benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
