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Sentara

$14.50 - $19/hr

Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant. Certification/Licensure * Basic Life Support Certification Keywords: NCP, Nursing Care Partner, CNA, Certified Nursing ...

Sentara

$10K/mo

Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant. Certification/Licensure * Basic Life Support Certification Keywords: NCP, Nursing Care Partner, CNA, Certified Nursing ...

Sentara

$14.50 - $19/hr

Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant. Certification/Licensure * Basic Life Support Certification Keywords: NCP, Nursing Care Partner, CNA, Certified Nursing ...

Sentara

Patient Care Tech Medical Telemetry

Williamsburg, VA · On-site

$15.25 - $20.25/hr

Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant. Certification/Licensure * Basic Life Support Certification Keywords: NCP, Nursing Care Partner, CNA, Certified Nursing ...

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PCT-Escort

Staunton, VA · On-site

$55K/yr

PCT-Escort Apply now Job no: 5109405 Work type: Full-Time (Salaried) Location: Staunton, Virginia ... , maintain certification in good standing with the Virginia State Board of Nursing Additional ...

Sentara

Patient Care Technician

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$10K/mo

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 ...

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What is a PCT assistant?

PCT Assistants, or Patient Care Technicians Assistants, are healthcare professionals who provide support to nurses and doctors by assisting with basic patient care tasks. Their responsibilities often include monitoring vital signs, helping patients with daily activities such as bathing and dressing, and ensuring a clean and safe environment. PCT Assistants play a crucial role in patient comfort and recovery, working in hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities. They must have good communication skills, empathy, and the ability to work well as part of a medical team.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a PCT assistant?

To thrive as a PCT (Patient Care Technician) Assistant, you need a solid understanding of basic patient care, vital signs monitoring, and infection control, usually backed by a high school diploma and completion of a PCT training program or certification. Familiarity with electronic medical records, patient lifting equipment, and basic lab procedures is often required. Strong communication, compassion, and teamwork skills help build trust and ensure effective care delivery. These qualifications and skills are crucial for providing safe, attentive support to patients and collaborating efficiently with healthcare teams.

What are common challenges faced by PCT assistants and how can they be managed?

PCT Assistants (Patient Care Technicians) often encounter challenges such as managing multiple patient needs simultaneously, working long shifts, and handling emotionally demanding situations. To manage these effectively, it is important to stay organized, communicate clearly with nurses and other healthcare team members, and practice self-care to prevent burnout. Building strong relationships with both patients and colleagues can also make the work more rewarding and help navigate challenging moments.

What is the difference between Pct Assistant vs Pct?

AspectPct AssistantPct
Required CredentialsCertified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification, additional Pct-specific trainingCertified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification, basic patient care skills
Work EnvironmentAssists nurses in hospitals, nursing homes, clinicsProvides basic patient care under supervision in healthcare settings
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, long-term care facilities, clinicsHospitals, nursing homes, outpatient centers
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for roles assisting nursesMore general, entry-level patient care role

The Pct Assistant typically has additional training and responsibilities compared to a Pct, focusing on assisting nurses with patient care tasks. Both roles are vital in healthcare settings, but the Pct Assistant often performs more advanced duties, requiring specific certifications and experience.

What are the most commonly searched types of Pct jobs in Virginia?

The most popular types of Pct jobs in Virginia are:

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Patient Care Tech Medical Telemetry.

Sentara

Williamsburg, VA • On-site

$10K/mo

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Sentara Health rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 412 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

531st of 889 rated healthcare providers

Job description

City/State

Williamsburg, VA

Work Shift

First (Days)

Overview:

Additional Job Description
Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center is hiring a Patient Care Technician - PART TIME DAYS

Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Medical Telemetry

Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center - Williamsburg, VA

Overview: The Patient Care Technician provides patient care, support independent and dependent activities of daily living, vital signs, mobility and ambulation, phlebotomy, point of care testing, EKG testing, peripheral IV removal, specimen collection, and foley catheter insertion and removal, and comply with patient safety practices under the direction of the professional RN nurse. Observe patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and document in a timely and accurate manner while reporting any change to the nurse or medical staff.

Education

  • HS Diploma or Equivalent (Required) and one of the following 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 RN, LPN, RT or PT, or

  • Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.

Certification/Licensure

  • Basic Life Support Certification

Keywords: NCP, Nursing Care Partner, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, Nursing Assistant, NA, Patient Care Tech, PCT, MA, Medical Assistant, EMT, EMS, Paramedic

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career
Medical, Dental, Vision plans
Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
Emergency Backup Care
Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
Life Insurance
401k/403B with Employer Match
Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000
Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
Pet Insurance
Legal Resources Plan
Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met

Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, a Certified Primary Stroke Center, has 145 licensed beds and features the latest healthcare technologies, serving the region with the life-saving capabilities of an ultra-modern medical center.

The hospital offers a full range of medical care from emergency heart catheterization to all-inclusive obstetrics care where patients can stay in one room. The hospital also provides advanced imaging and "smart" operating rooms. Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center has also achieved Magnet recognition, the nation's highest honor for excellence in nursing. We improve health every day, come be a part of the community.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.


In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:

Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

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