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<div><b>Department and Name:</b> Medicine Unit 2- Norfolk General Hospital<br>
<b>Physical Location:</b> Norfolk, VA<br>
<b>Location Type:</b> On-Site<br>
<b>Employment Status:</b> Regular-Full time<br>
<b>Shift:</b> Third (Nights)<br>
<b>Posted Date:</b> March 10, 2026</div>
<br><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Overview</b></h2></div><div><div><div>
<div><p>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.</p>
<p><b>Department Overview: </b>This 24-bed Medicine Unit is seeking a compassionate Patient Care Technician to support our nursing team! Our diverse patient population includes but is not limited to CHF, sickle cell, renal failure, vascular, sepsis, COPD, pneumonia, wound care and, an assortment of varying disease processes. Join our team to help our team deliver excellent patient care!</p>
<p><b>Education</b></p>
<ul><li><p>HS Diploma or Equivalent (Required) <b>and</b> one of the following required:</p>
</li><li><p>Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, or</p>
</li><li><p>Successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or</p>
</li><li><p>National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), or</p>
</li><li><p>National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), or</p>
</li><li><p>Completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School, or</p>
</li><li><p>Emergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic, or</p>
</li><li><p>Current student enrolled in a clinical program (beyond prerequisites) having completed at least one semester of RN, LPN, RT or PT, or</p>
</li><li><p>Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.</p>
</li></ul><p><b>Certification/Licensure</b></p>
<ul><li><p>Basic Life Support Certification</p>
</li></ul><p>Keywords: <b>NCP, Nursing Care Partner, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, Nursing Assistant, NA, Patient Care Tech, PCT, MA, Medical Assistant, EMT, EMS, Paramedic</b></p>
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About Us</b></h2></div><div><div>
<p>Sentara Health, an integrated, not-for-profit health care delivery system, celebrates more than 135 years in pursuit of its mission &ndash; &ldquo;we improve health every day.&rdquo; Sentara is one of the largest health systems in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, and among the top 20 largest not-for-profit integrated health systems in the country, with 34,000 employees, 12 hospitals in Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina including 10 hospitals with the prestigious Magnet&reg; recognition, and the Sentara Health Plans division which serves more than 1 million members in Virginia and Florida. Sentara is recognized nationally for clinical quality and safety, and is strategically focused on innovation and creating an extraordinary health care experience for our patients and members. Sentara was named a Health Quality Innovator of the Year (2024), was recognized by Forbes as &ldquo;America&rsquo;s Best-In-State Employer&rdquo; (2024), &ldquo;Best Employer for Veterans&rdquo; (2022, 2023), and &ldquo;Best Employer for Women&rdquo; (2020), and named to IBM Watson Health&rsquo;s &ldquo;Top 15 Health Systems&rdquo; (2021, 2018).</p>
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Patient Care Technician - Medicine Unit

<div><b>Department and Name:</b> Medicine Unit 2- Norfolk General Hospital<br>
<b>Physical Location:</b> Norfolk, VA<br>
<b>Location Type:</b> On-Site<br>
<b>Employment Status:</b> Regular-Full time<br>
<b>Shift:</b> Third (Nights)<br>
<b>Posted Date:</b> March 17, 2026</div>
<br><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Overview</b></h2></div><div><div><div>
<div><p><b>Sentara Norfolk General Hospital </b>is hiring a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for Medicine Unit 2. This is a Full Time, Night Shift (12-hour shift) position.</p>
<p><b>Hours:</b> 7:00pm to 7:00am &ndash; Three 12-hour shifts (36 hours per week), with rotating weekends.</p>
<p><b>Department Overview:</b> This 24-bed Medicine Unit is seeking a compassionate<b> Patient Care Technician</b> to support our nursing team! Our diverse patient population includes but is not limited to CHF, sickle cell, renal failure, vascular, sepsis, COPD, pneumonia, wound care, and an assortment of varying disease processes. Join our team to help deliver excellent patient care!</p>
<p>The<b> Patient Care Technician</b> provides patient care, supports 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 complies with patient safety practices under the direction of the professional RN nurse. Observes patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and documents in a timely and accurate manner while reporting any change to the nurse or medical staff.</p>
<p><b>CLICK HERE</b> (Opens in a new tab) to watch Sentara Health colleague Jacqueline share more about the role of a Patient Care Technician with Sentara.</p>
<p><b>CLICK HERE</b> (Opens in a new tab) to watch Sentara Health colleague McKenzie tell us about a day in the life of a Patient Care Technician with Sentara.</p>
<p><b>Qualifications</b></p>
<p><b>Education:</b></p>
<ul><li><p>High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required) <b>and</b> one of the following is required:</p>
</li><li><p>Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, <b>or</b></p>
</li><li><p>Successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), <b>or</b></p>
</li><li><p>National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), <b>or</b></p>
</li><li><p>National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), <b>or</b></p>
</li><li><p>Completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School, <b>or</b></p>
</li><li><p>Emergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic, <b>or</b></p>
</li><li><p>Current student enrolled in a clinical program (beyond prerequisites) having completed at least one semester of a Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Respiratory Therapist (RT) or Physical Therapist (PT) program, <b>or</b></p>
</li><li><p>Current work experience within the last three years as a Patient Care Technician (PCT) or Nursing Assistant.</p>
</li></ul><p><b>Certifications/Licensure:</b></p>
<ul><li><p>AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire.</p>
</li></ul><p><b>Experience:
</b></p><ul><li><p>One year of health care experience (Preferred).</p>
</li></ul><p><b>Keywords: </b>Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA, Nursing Assistant, NA, Medical Assistant, MA, Nursing Care Partner, NCP, Nursing Student, Paramedic, EMS, EMT, Patient Care Tech, PCT</p>
<p>#Talroo-Allied Health</p><br>
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About Us</b></h2></div><div><div>
<p>Sentara Health, an integrated, not-for-profit health care delivery system, celebrates more than 135 years in pursuit of its mission &ndash; &ldquo;we improve health every day.&rdquo; Sentara is one of the largest health systems in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, and among the top 20 largest not-for-profit integrated health systems in the country, with 34,000 employees, 12 hospitals in Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina including 10 hospitals with the prestigious Magnet&reg; recognition, and the Sentara Health Plans division which serves more than 1 million members in Virginia and Florida. Sentara is recognized nationally for clinical quality and safety, and is strategically focused on innovation and creating an extraordinary health care experience for our patients and members. Sentara was named a Health Quality Innovator of the Year (2024), was recognized by Forbes as &ldquo;America&rsquo;s Best-In-State Employer&rdquo; (2024), &ldquo;Best Employer for Veterans&rdquo; (2022, 2023), and &ldquo;Best Employer for Women&rdquo; (2020), and named to IBM Watson Health&rsquo;s &ldquo;Top 15 Health Systems&rdquo; (2021, 2018).</p>
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Sentara Health

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 Norfolk, VA
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 First (Days)
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  Sentara is currently hiring a Patient Care Technician to work at Sentara Leigh Hospital on the Oncology / Med Surg Unit.
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  Hours/Shift:
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 Full-time, dayshift, approximately 6am to 6pm
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  Department/Position Overview:
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 Are you looking for a unit with great teamwork? Join our family on our med/surg and oncology unit. We have experienced patient care technicians that can help guide you in developing your skills. We welcome current RN students!
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 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 nurse.
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  CLICK HERE
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 to hear McKenzie tell us about a day in the life of a
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  Patient Care Technician
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 with Sentara.
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  Education
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 High School Diploma or Equivalent
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  Certification/Licensure
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 <ul>
  <li>
   American Health Associate BLS Certification required within 90 days of hire.
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  <li>
   Minimum requirements: Must have one of the following
  </li>
  <ul>
   <li>
    Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, or
   </li>
   <li>
    Successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or
   </li>
   <li>
    National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), or
   </li>
   <li>
    National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), or
   </li>
   <li>
    Completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School, or
   </li>
   <li>
    Emergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic, or
   </li>
   <li>
    Current student enrolled in a clinical program (beyond prerequisites) having completed at least one semester of RN, LPN, RT or PT, or
   </li>
   <li>
    Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.
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   </li>
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  Experience
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 One year of prior health care experience preferred.
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 Keywords: NCP, Nursing Care Partner, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, Nursing Assistant, NA, Patient Care Tech, PCT, Patient Care Technician, MA, Medical Assistant, EMT, EMS, Paramedic, Talroo-Allied Health,
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  Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career
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 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Medical, Dental, Vision plans
  </li>
  <li>
   Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
  </li>
  <li>
   Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
  </li>
  <li>
   Paid Parental &amp; Family Caregiver Leave
  </li>
  <li>
   Emergency Backup Care
  </li>
  <li>
   Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
  </li>
  <li>
   Life Insurance
  </li>
  <li>
   401k/403B with Employer Match
  </li>
  <li>
   Tuition Assistance &ndash; $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
  </li>
  <li>
   Student Debt Pay Down &ndash; $10,000
  </li>
  <li>
   Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
  </li>
  <li>
   Pet Insurance
  </li>
  <li>
   Legal Resources Plan
  </li>
  <li>
   Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met
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  </li>
 </ul>
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  Sentara Leigh Hospital
 </strong>
 , located in Norfolk, VA, is a 274-bed acute care facility that opened in 1903 and relocated to its present site in 1977. Our hospital completed a renovation in 2016, including two new patient towers, a beautiful atrium, and a multi-story parking garage. Sentara Leigh Hospital includes a dedicated Orthopedic Hospital providing patients access to a full continuum of orthopedic care, from the preoperative phase and surgery to rehabilitation and home care services. Along with being a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, we also specialize in orthopedic and spine care, heart, vascular, maternity care, and general surgery. We are also home to the region&rsquo;s only 24-hour hyperbaric oxygen program that helps speed up the healing of carbon monoxide poisoning, wounds that won&rsquo;t heal, infections in which tissues are starved for oxygen, airborne chemical exposures, and scuba diving accidents.
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  Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer
 </strong>
 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.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 In support of our mission &ldquo;to improve health every day,&rdquo; this is a tobacco-free environment.
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 <br/>
 <strong>
  For positions that are available as remote work,
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 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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Patient Care Technician – Oncology / Med Surg Unit

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  City/State
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 Norfolk, VA
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 <strong>
  Work Shift
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 </strong>
 Third (Nights)
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 <strong>
  Overview:
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 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.
 <br/>
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 <strong>
  Department Overview:
 </strong>
 This unit was formally known as Cardiac Observation. It is now a 24-bed unit that provides high acuity cardiac care for pre and post cardiac surgery patients to include: bypass surgery, cardiac valve repairs/replacements, and other cardiac based procedures and treatments, such as ICD&rsquo;s, and permanent pacemakers. Additionally, this unit provides high acuity care to patients with cardiac arrhythmias, heart failure and chest pain.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Education
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   HS Diploma or Equivalent (Required) and one of the following required:
  </li>
  <li>
   Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, or
  </li>
  <li>
   Successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or
  </li>
  <li>
   National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), or
  </li>
  <li>
   National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), or
  </li>
  <li>
   Completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School, or
  </li>
  <li>
   Emergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic, or
  </li>
  <li>
   Current student enrolled in a clinical program (beyond prerequisites) having completed at least one semester of RN, LPN, RT or PT, or
  </li>
  <li>
   Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Certification/Licensure
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Basic Life Support Certification
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 Keywords:
 <strong>
  NCP, Nursing Care Partner, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, Nursing Assistant, NA, Patient Care Tech, PCT, MA, Medical Assistant, EMT, EMS, Paramedic
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Medical, Dental, Vision plans
  </li>
  <li>
   Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
  </li>
  <li>
   Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
  </li>
  <li>
   Paid Parental &amp; Family Caregiver Leave
  </li>
  <li>
   Emergency Backup Care
  </li>
  <li>
   Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
  </li>
  <li>
   Life Insurance
  </li>
  <li>
   401k/403B with Employer Match
  </li>
  <li>
   Tuition Assistance &ndash; $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
  </li>
  <li>
   Student Debt Pay Down &ndash; $10,000
  </li>
  <li>
   Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
  </li>
  <li>
   Pet Insurance
  </li>
  <li>
   Legal Resources Plan
  </li>
  <li>
   Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 Here at Sentara, we are committed to consistently enhancing our training, advancement tracks, work-life benefits, and more. Our goal is to make you feel more excited to be here every day!
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
 </strong>
 , located in Norfolk, VA, is a 525-bed tertiary care facility that is home to the only Level I Adult Trauma Center and burn trauma unit in Hampton Roads, and also serves as the primary teaching hospital for Eastern Virginia Medical School.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 In addition to the high-quality heart program at Sentara Heart Hospital, our facility is home to Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance and several other dedicated facilities and specialized services. As a recognized accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart and vascular, neurosciences, neurosurgery, urology, oncology, spine care, advanced imaging, behavioral health, maternity, and women&rsquo;s health, including a state-of-the-art neonatal intensive care unit.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer
 </strong>
 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.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 In support of our mission &ldquo;to improve health every day,&rdquo; this is a tobacco-free environment.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  For positions that are available as remote work,
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 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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Patient Care Technician - Cardiac Procedural & Surgical Unit

<div><b>Department and Name:</b> Surgery Unit 1- Leigh Hospital<br>
<b>Physical Location:</b> Norfolk, VA<br>
<b>Location Type:</b> On-Site<br>
<b>Employment Status:</b> Regular-Full time<br>
<b>Shift:</b> First (Days)<br>
<b>Posted Date:</b> March 11, 2026</div>
<br><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Overview</b></h2></div><div><div><div>
<div><p><b>Sentara is currently hiring a Patient Care Technician to work at Sentara Leigh Hospital located in Norfolk on the Post Op Recovery Unit.</b></p>
<p><b>Hours/Shift:</b></p>
<p>Full-time, dayshift. Approximately 6am to 6pm including 2-3 weekends per 6-week schedule.</p>
<p><b>Department/Position Overview:</b></p>
<p>Join our great team as we work together to provide excellent care to our fresh post-op patients. The unit primary focus of this role is ERAS (enhanced recovery after surgery). This includes early mobility, ICS (incentive spirometer) use, and getting out of bed for meals. Join our Fami-Leigh and see what we are all about!</p>
<p>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 nurse.</p>
<p><b>CLICK HERE</b> (Opens in a new tab) to hear McKenzie tell us about a day in the life of a <b>Patient Care Technician</b> with Sentara.</p>
<p><b>Education</b><br>
High School Diploma or Equivalent</p>
<p><b>Certification/Licensure</b></p>
<ul><li>American Health Associate BLS Certification required within 90 days of hire.</li>
<li><b>Minimum requirements: Must have one of the following</b>
<ul><li>Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, or</li>
<li>Successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or</li>
<li>National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), or</li>
<li>National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), or</li>
<li>Completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School, or</li>
<li>Emergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic, or</li>
<li>Current student enrolled in a clinical program (beyond prerequisites) having completed at least one semester of RN, LPN, RT or PT, or</li>
<li>Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.</li>
</ul></li></ul><p><b>Experience</b><br>
One year of prior health care experience preferred.</p>
<p>Keywords: NCP, Nursing Care Partner, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, Nursing Assistant, NA, Patient Care Tech, PCT, Patient Care Technician, MA, Medical Assistant, EMT, EMS, Paramedic, Talroo-Allied Health, #LI-CP1</p>
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About Us</b></h2></div><div><div>
<p>Sentara Health, an integrated, not-for-profit health care delivery system, celebrates more than 135 years in pursuit of its mission &ndash; &ldquo;we improve health every day.&rdquo; Sentara is one of the largest health systems in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, and among the top 20 largest not-for-profit integrated health systems in the country, with 34,000 employees, 12 hospitals in Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina including 10 hospitals with the prestigious Magnet&reg; recognition, and the Sentara Health Plans division which serves more than 1 million members in Virginia and Florida. Sentara is recognized nationally for clinical quality and safety, and is strategically focused on innovation and creating an extraordinary health care experience for our patients and members. Sentara was named a Health Quality Innovator of the Year (2024), was recognized by Forbes as &ldquo;America&rsquo;s Best-In-State Employer&rdquo; (2024), &ldquo;Best Employer for Veterans&rdquo; (2022, 2023), and &ldquo;Best Employer for Women&rdquo; (2020), and named to IBM Watson Health&rsquo;s &ldquo;Top 15 Health Systems&rdquo; (2021, 2018).</p>
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Patient Care Technician - Post Op Recovery Unit

<div><b>Department and Name:</b> Mental Health Nursing- Norfolk General Hospital<br>
<b>Physical Location:</b> Norfolk, VA<br>
<b>Location Type:</b> On-Site<br>
<b>Employment Status:</b> Regular-Full time<br>
<b>Shift:</b> First (Days)<br>
<b>Posted Date:</b> March 11, 2026</div>
<br><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Overview</b></h2></div><div><div><div>
<div><div>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.</div>
<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Department Overview: </b>Sentara offers both inpatient and outpatient behavioral health services to patients 18 and older who are in crisis due to mental illness, emotional distress, or destructive behavior patterns. Because our treatment facilities are located within local hospitals, patients have access to the full range of both psychiatric and medical care. This is especially helpful for patients experiencing symptoms that are confusing and impact their physical health. Join a team that is committed not only to our patients but also to the personal and professional growth of our staff!</p>
<p><b>Education</b></p>
<ul><li><p>HS Diploma or Equivalent (Required) <b>and</b> one of the following required:</p>
</li><li><p>Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, or</p>
</li><li><p>Successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or</p>
</li><li><p>National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), or</p>
</li><li><p>National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), or</p>
</li><li><p>Completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School, or</p>
</li><li><p>Emergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic, or</p>
</li><li><p>Current student enrolled in a clinical program (beyond prerequisites) having completed at least one semester of RN, LPN, RT or PT, or</p>
</li><li><p>Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.</p>
</li></ul><p><b>Certification/Licensure</b></p>
<ul><li><p>Basic Life Support Certification</p>
</li></ul><p>Keywords: <b>NCP, Nursing Care Partner, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, Nursing Assistant, NA, Patient Care Tech, PCT, MA, Medical Assistant, EMT, EMS, Paramedic</b></p>
</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About Us</b></h2></div><div><div>
<p>Sentara Health, an integrated, not-for-profit health care delivery system, celebrates more than 135 years in pursuit of its mission &ndash; &ldquo;we improve health every day.&rdquo; Sentara is one of the largest health systems in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, and among the top 20 largest not-for-profit integrated health systems in the country, with 34,000 employees, 12 hospitals in Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina including 10 hospitals with the prestigious Magnet&reg; recognition, and the Sentara Health Plans division which serves more than 1 million members in Virginia and Florida. Sentara is recognized nationally for clinical quality and safety, and is strategically focused on innovation and creating an extraordinary health care experience for our patients and members. Sentara was named a Health Quality Innovator of the Year (2024), was recognized by Forbes as &ldquo;America&rsquo;s Best-In-State Employer&rdquo; (2024), &ldquo;Best Employer for Veterans&rdquo; (2022, 2023), and &ldquo;Best Employer for Women&rdquo; (2020), and named to IBM Watson Health&rsquo;s &ldquo;Top 15 Health Systems&rdquo; (2021, 2018).</p>
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Patient Care Technician - Mental Health Nursing Unit

<div><b>Department and Name:</b> Medicine Unit 2- Leigh Hospital<br>
<b>Physical Location:</b> Norfolk, VA<br>
<b>Location Type:</b> On-Site<br>
<b>Employment Status:</b> Regular-Full time<br>
<b>Shift:</b> Third (Nights)<br>
<b>Posted Date:</b> March 16, 2026</div>
<br><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Overview</b></h2></div><div><div><div>
<div><p><b>Sentara is currently hiring a Patient Care Technician to work at Sentara Leigh Hospital on the Oncology / Med Surg Unit.</b></p>
<p><b>Hours/Shift:</b></p>
<p>Full-time, nights approximately 6pm to 6am</p>
<p><b>Department/Position Overview:</b></p>
<p>Are you looking for a unit with great teamwork? Join our family on our med/surg and oncology unit. We have experienced patient care technicians that can help guide you in developing your skills. We welcome current RN students!</p>
<p>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 nurse.</p>
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<p><b>Education</b><br>
High School Diploma or Equivalent</p>
<p><b>Certification/Licensure</b></p>
<ul><li>American Health Associate BLS Certification required within 90 days of hire.</li>
<li><b>Minimum requirements: Must have one of the following</b>
<ul><li>Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, or</li>
<li>Successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or</li>
<li>National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), or</li>
<li>National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), or</li>
<li>Completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School, or</li>
<li>Emergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic, or</li>
<li>Current student enrolled in a clinical program (beyond prerequisites) having completed at least one semester of RN, LPN, RT or PT, or</li>
<li>Current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.</li>
</ul></li></ul><p><b>Experience</b><br>
One year of prior health care experience preferred.</p>
<p>Keywords: NCP, Nursing Care Partner, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, Nursing Assistant, NA, Patient Care Tech, PCT, Patient Care Technician, MA, Medical Assistant, EMT, EMS, Paramedic, Talroo-Allied Health, #LI-CP1</p>
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About Us</b></h2></div><div><div>
<p>Sentara Health, an integrated, not-for-profit health care delivery system, celebrates more than 135 years in pursuit of its mission &ndash; &ldquo;we improve health every day.&rdquo; Sentara is one of the largest health systems in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, and among the top 20 largest not-for-profit integrated health systems in the country, with 34,000 employees, 12 hospitals in Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina including 10 hospitals with the prestigious Magnet&reg; recognition, and the Sentara Health Plans division which serves more than 1 million members in Virginia and Florida. Sentara is recognized nationally for clinical quality and safety, and is strategically focused on innovation and creating an extraordinary health care experience for our patients and members. Sentara was named a Health Quality Innovator of the Year (2024), was recognized by Forbes as &ldquo;America&rsquo;s Best-In-State Employer&rdquo; (2024), &ldquo;Best Employer for Veterans&rdquo; (2022, 2023), and &ldquo;Best Employer for Women&rdquo; (2020), and named to IBM Watson Health&rsquo;s &ldquo;Top 15 Health Systems&rdquo; (2021, 2018).</p>
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