Patient Care Technician - Surgery Unit
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onNorth Military Highway, Military Circle, Norfolk, Virginia, 23502, United States
About the Team
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is a 525-bed tertiary care facility in Norfolk, VA, serving as the primary teaching hospital for Eastern Virginia Medical School. As the home of the only Level I Adult Trauma Center and burn trauma unit in Hampton Roads, the hospital is a Magnet hospital for nursing excellence and a recognized Comprehensive Stroke Center. The facility specializes in heart and vascular care, neurosciences, oncology, spine care, and advanced imaging, among other specialized services.
Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer with a close to 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging are guiding principles to ensure the workforce reflects the communities served. In support of the mission "to improve health every day," the organization maintains a tobacco-free environment.
About the Role
Join our 42-bed Surgery unit, which specializes in caring for adult surgical patients recovering from a variety of procedures, including Urology, General Surgery, ENT, Plastic Surgery, GYN Surgery, Surgical Oncology, and Trauma Overflow. This is a full-time, day shift position (7:00 am to 7:00 pm) working three 12-hour shifts per week with rotating weekends.
As a Patient Care Technician (PCT), you will provide essential patient care under the direction of professional RN nurses. Your day-to-day responsibilities include supporting independent and dependent activities of daily living, monitoring vital signs, assisting with mobility and ambulation, and performing clinical tasks such as phlebotomy, point-of-care testing, EKG testing, peripheral IV removal, specimen collection, and Foley catheter insertion and removal. You will also observe patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions, documenting findings accurately and reporting any changes to the medical staff.
Hiring Process
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Equal Opportunity
Sentara Health is committed to diversity and inclusiveness. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, ensuring our workforce reflects the communities we serve.
Work location
Work model: On-site
North Military Highway, Military Circle, Norfolk, Virginia, 23502, United States
Norfolk, Virginia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleProvide direct patient care to adult surgical patients
- check_circleSupport independent and dependent activities of daily living
- check_circleAssist with patient mobility and ambulation
- check_circleMonitor and document patient physical, mental, and emotional conditions
- check_circlePerform phlebotomy, point of care testing, and specimen collection
- check_circleConduct EKG testing and peripheral IV removal
- check_circleInsert and remove foley catheters
- check_circleReport changes in patient status to nurses and medical staff
Requirements
- verifiedHigh School Diploma or Equivalent
- verifiedSentara Care Partner Certification Program OR Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) OR National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) OR National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT) OR US Navy Hospital Corps School OR Emergency Services (EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT, Paramedic) OR Current student in RN/LPN/RT/PT program OR 3 years PCT/Nursing Assistant experience
- verifiedAHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire
Nice to Have
One year of health care experience.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, Dental, and Vision planscheck_circleAdoption, Fertility, and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000check_circlePaid Time Off and Sick Leavecheck_circlePaid Parental and Family Caregiver LeaveEmergency Backup Care
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Phlebotomy, Point Of Care Testing, Ekg Testing, Peripheral Iv Removal, Specimen Collection, Foley Catheter Insertion And Removal, Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, Certified Nursing Assistant, National Certified Medical Assistant, National Patient Care Technician.
Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
Frequently asked questions about Patient Care Technician - Surgery Unit at Sentara Health
What does a Patient Care Technician - Surgery Unit at Sentara Health do?expand_more
In this Patient Care Technician - Surgery Unit at Sentara Health role, you will provide direct patient care to adult surgical patients; support independent and dependent activities of daily living; assist with patient mobility and ambulation; and monitor and document patient physical, mental, and emotional conditions.
What are the requirements for this Patient Care Technician - Surgery Unit role?expand_more
Sentara Health is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: High School Diploma or Equivalent; Sentara Care Partner Certification Program OR Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) OR National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) OR National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT) OR US Navy Hospital Corps School OR Emergency Services (EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT, Paramedic) OR Current student in RN/LPN/RT/PT program OR 3 years PCT/Nursing Assistant experience; and AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire.
Where is the Patient Care Technician - Surgery Unit role at Sentara Health located?expand_more
Patient Care Technician - Surgery Unit at Sentara Health is based in North Military Highway, Military Circle, Norfolk, Virginia, 23502, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Patient Care Technician - Surgery Unit job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Sentara Health has listed this Patient Care Technician - Surgery Unit role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Patient Care Technician - Surgery Unit role?expand_more
Patient Care Technician - Surgery Unit at Sentara Health typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the entry level level.
What skills do you need for the Patient Care Technician - Surgery Unit role at Sentara Health?expand_more
Key skills for Patient Care Technician - Surgery Unit at Sentara Health include Phlebotomy; Point Of Care Testing; Ekg Testing; Peripheral Iv Removal; Specimen Collection; Foley Catheter Insertion And Removal; Sentara Care Partner Certification Program; and Certified Nursing Assistant.
What education is required for Patient Care Technician - Surgery Unit at Sentara Health?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
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Patient Care Technician - Surgery Unit at Sentara Health is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.