Patient Care Technician - Oncology

Position Overview

Sentara is currently hiring a Patient Care Technician to work at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital on the Oncology Unit.
Location: Virginia Beach, VA
Work Shift: Third (Nights)
Hours: Full-time, approximately 7pm to 7am
2 South Oncology at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital is a 26-bed unit specializing in cancer care including leukemia, lymphoma, radiation, gynecologic cancers, hematologic disorders, and end-of-life care. Join our work family in the FIGHT against cancer.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and support the admissions and discharge process.
• Comply with patient safety practices under the direction of a professional nurse.
• Observe patients’ physical, mental, and emotional conditions and report any changes.
• Work collaboratively within the oncology team to deliver exceptional care.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• American Health Associate BLS Certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Must have one of the following: Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School, Emergency Services certification (EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT, Paramedic), or be a current clinical student with at least one semester completed.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of prior healthcare experience preferred.

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental, and 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.
• Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000.
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development.
• Pet Insurance.
• Legal Resources Plan.
• Opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if eligibility criteria are met.