• Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Clinical Support

    University of Virginia (Charlottesville, VA)


    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.

     

    Position Compensation Range: $15.37 - $23.82 Hourly

    Additional Job Description

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

    Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent

     

    Experience: No experience required

     

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

    Candidates must meet **ONE** of the following required criteria to meet eligibility:

    •Certified to practice as a Nurse Aide in the Commonwealth of Virginia

    •Passage of a nationally recognized and accredited PCT Certification exam. (Example - National Healthcareer Association - C-PCT)

    •Currently enrolled student nurses who have successfully completed the Medical/Surgical Clinical Experience and Didactic

    •EMT certification

    •Graduate of an accredited nursing program

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    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_ _University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click_ here (https://eocr.virginia.edu/notice-non-discrimination-and-equal-opportunity) _to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment._