Sentara Health·Hampton, Virginia
The Patient Care Technician provides direct patient care and support during admissions and discharges under the supervision of a professional nurse. They are responsible for observing and reporting changes in patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions to the nursing staff.
Sentara Careplex is hiring a Patient Care Tech (PCT) for the Oncology Unit.
Full-time (36-hours per week)
Shift: 7:00
PM - 7:00 AM 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.
Keywords: Nursing Care Partner, NCP, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, PCT, Patient Care Tech
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Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and hold a relevant certification such as CNA, NCMA, or NCPCT. One year of healthcare experience is preferred, and AHA BLS certification is required within 90 days of hire.
Market context
Support-services roles in Virginia are often tied to steady staffing needs in clinics, hospitals, and other care settings, especially when teams need dependable help with patient flow and day-to-day operations. This role is competitive because it asks for a high school diploma, three years of clinical experience, current AHA BLS, and a recognized Medical Assistant Certification, while offering medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, and paid time off. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification status and clinical experience match before applying.