Patient Care Technician - Perioperative Services (Main OR & Outpatient)
About The Position
Every patient undergoing a procedure deserves compassionate, safe, and attentive care before and after surgery. As a Patient Care Technician in Perianesthesia, you will play an important role in supporting patients throughout their surgical journey while working alongside nurses, providers, and the broader perioperative team. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a fast-paced environment where teamwork, communication, attention to detail, and patient safety are essential. You will provide hands-on patient care, monitor and communicate changes in patient condition, and help maintain a safe and welcoming environment for patients and families. The Patient Care Technician provides safe, compassionate direct and indirect patient care to individuals receiving care within the Perianesthesia environment. Under the direction of the nursing and medical team, this role assists patients with comfort, personal hygiene, mobility, safety, and other care needs while supporting the overall plan of care. The Patient Care Technician also assists with obtaining and documenting patient information, collecting specimens, maintaining equipment and supplies, and ensuring the clinical environment is clean, safe, and prepared to support patient care.
Requirements
- High School Graduate or Equivalent
- No experience required
- American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS Certification required. For Non-Certified team members hired prior to May 11, 2026, certification is not required, as relevant experience will be accepted in its place.
- Certified Nursing Assistant in the Commonwealth of Virginia
- Emergency Medical Technician in the Commonwealth of Virginia
- Military Corpsmen/Medic (Combat Medic Specialist /Tactical Combat Casualty Care /Tactical Paramedic) NREMT certification or Tactical Responder Certification
- LPN license in the Commonwealth of Virginia
- Graduate of a certified nursing program
- Patient Care Technician Certification, preferred National Center of Competency Testing
- Currently enrolled student nurses who have successfully completed the Clinical Experience and Didactic
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, compassionate, and respectful care to patients across a variety of ages and conditions.
- Assist patients with comfort, personal hygiene, mobility, positioning, and other activities of daily living.
- Follow established nursing and medical plans of care and UVA Health policies and procedures.
- Observe patients for changes in physical or mental condition and promptly communicate concerns to the Registered Nurse, manager, or appropriate healthcare provider.
- Support patient identification and safety protocols in accordance with organizational standards.
- Recognize and respond appropriately to time-sensitive patient care needs.
- Obtain and document initial and ongoing patient information as directed by UVA Health policies and procedures.
- Assist with admissions and other patient care activities as assigned.
- Obtain or assist with the collection of specimens for diagnostic or waived testing.
- Assist the clinical team with patient preparation and other perioperative support activities.
- Maintain and restock supplies, equipment, educational materials, and patient care resources.
- Assist with maintaining equipment, instruments, and the clinical environment according to established procedures.
- Work collaboratively with Registered Nurses, providers, anesthesia professionals, and other members of the healthcare team.
- Communicate professionally and respectfully with patients, families, visitors, and colleagues.
- Contribute to a positive patient experience by demonstrating compassion, responsiveness, and respect.
- Demonstrate teamwork and accountability in the delivery of patient care.
- Demonstrate UVA Health's ASPIRE Values in all interactions.
- Maintain required skills and competencies for assigned responsibilities.
- Attend mandatory training, education, and in-service programs.
- Participate in department, unit, and hospital patient safety initiatives.
- Seek opportunities to strengthen knowledge and skills related to patient care and the perioperative environment.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Retirement Savings
- Long-term and Short-term Disability
- Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Certification and Education Support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
