Sentara Health
Location
Norfolk, Virginia
The Patient Care Technician supports independent and dependent activities of daily living, including taking vital signs, mobility assistance, phlebotomy, EKG testing, and performing specific procedures like Foley catheter insertion/removal under the direction of an RN.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with one of several specific certifications or current enrollment/recent experience in a relevant clinical program or role, such as CNA, Medical Assistant, or completion of Navy Hospital Corps School.
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is hiring a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the Neuro Intermediate Care unit. This is a Full Time, Day Shift (12-hour shift) position.
Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required) and one of the following is required: 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 Navy 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 a Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Respiratory Therapist (RT) or Physical Therapist (PT) program, or Current work experience within the last three years as a Patient Care Technician (PCT) or Nursing Assistant. Certifications/Licensure: AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire.
One year of health care experience (Preferred).
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