Patient Care Technician

Department and Name: Intensive Care Unit- Obici Hospital
Physical Location: Suffolk, VA
Location Type: On-Site
Employment Status: Regular-Full time
Shift: Third (Nights)
Posted Date: January 21, 2026

Job Overview

As a Patient Care Technician with Sentara Obici, you will have the opportunity to learn many new skills. From taking vitals to blood draws and daily care. The primary duties of this position include supporting the admission/discharge process, changing, bathing ambulating patients, drawing blood, foley catheter care, meeting patient needs while working under the direct supervision of a nurse. You will find that teamwork is exceptional, with everyone working together to provide the best care for our patients.

Education

High School diploma

Certification/Licensure

Must have one or more of the following:

• Graduate of Sentara Care Partner Certification Program
• Successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)
• National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT)
• Completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School
• Emergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic
• Current student enrolled in a clinical program having completed at least one semester of a (RN, LPN, RT or PT) or current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.

Experience

Previous direct care experience preferred

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