Emergency Department Patient Care Technician

Sentara HealthHampton, VA
Onsite

About The Position

Sentara Careplex Hospital located in Hampton, VA is hiring a Patient Care Tech for the Emergency Department. This is a full-time position with 36 weekly scheduled hours, working the first shift (days) and rotating weekends. 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 the admissions and discharge process, and comply with patient safety practices. Responsibilities include observing patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and reporting any changes to the nursing staff.

Requirements

  • HS - High School Grad or Equivalent
  • Sentara Care Partner Certification Program OR 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 under the direction of the professional nurse
  • 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 if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met
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