Sentara Health·Elizabeth City, North Carolina
Provide direct patient care and support the admissions and discharge processes under the supervision of a professional nurse. Observe patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and report any changes to the nursing staff.
Sentara Albemarle Medical Center is hiring a Patient Care Tech (PCT) for the Medical Surgical Unit. Full time, Days Patient Care Technicians are unlicensed staff members who are accountable to, and work under the direct supervision of a professional nurse to implement delegated aspects of nursing care. Provide patient care, support the admissions and discharge process, and 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.
HS - High School Grad or
Equivalent
One of the following programs is acceptable for education: Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, 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, or current student enrolled in a clinical program having completed at least one semester of a (RN, LPN, RT or PT) or current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.
Certifications/Licensure: AHA BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
One year of health care experience preferred.
Nursing Care Partner, NCP, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, PCT, Patient Care Tech, Medical Surgical, M/S, MA, Medical Assistant, EMT, EMS, Talroo-Allied Health .
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Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a relevant certification such as CNA, NCMA, or NCPCT. AHA BLS certification is required within 90 days of hire, and one year of healthcare experience is preferred.
Market context
Patient Care Tech roles in North Carolina are typically tied to ongoing hospital and clinical staffing needs, especially where direct patient support is essential. This role is competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma, a relevant certification such as CNA, NCMA, or NCPCT, and BLS within 90 days, with healthcare experience preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification status and BLS timeline before applying.
