Patient Care Technician; PCT - Acute Cardiology, West

Performs a variety of patient care and administrative support functions under the supervision of a Medical Center Registered Nurse (RN) in an inpatient or outpatient setting.

• Assists patients with personal care as needed for optimal recovery during hospitalization.
• Performs basic nursing skills as delegated by an RN and in accordance with policy and procedure to promote patient health and wellness.
• Provides for a safe environment and safe delivery of care.
• Performs administrative support functions.
• Maintains necessary skills and competencies.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Education:

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Experience:

No experience required

Licensure:
American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS Certification required.

• Certified to practice as a Nurse Aide in the Commonwealth of Virginia OR must meet one of the following criteria (required):
  • Successful completion of the UVa PCT Education Program OR Successful completion of another PCT Education Program that has been approved by NPDS.
  • Documented proof of at least 1 year of recent (within past 2 years) experience in a similar PCT role from an outside institution. Candidate must successfully complete a written exam and must successfully demonstrate clinical skills during 6 month probationary period.
  • Passage of a nationally recognized and accredited PCT Certification exam. (Example - National Health career Association - C-PCT). Present Certificate as verification.
• OR must meet one of the following criteria (required):
  • Currently enrolled student nurses who have successfully completed the Medical/Surgical Clinical Experience and Didactic are exempt from the Certified Nurse Aide requirement.
  • EMT or above certification. Candidate will complete the UVA PCT Course within 6 month probationary period.
  • Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

Job requires frequently bending/stooping and driving (Home Health Aide only). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills;
Attention to detail and ability to write legibly;
Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs and > 100lbs (Home Health Aide only). May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The starting base rate for this role is $16.37 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

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