Patient Care Technician - Oncology

Overview

Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the 2 South Oncology unit, a 26‑bed unit specializing in leukemia, lymphoma, radiation, gynecologic cancers, hematologic disorders, and end‑of‑life care. The unit provides exceptional, quality care and works on the fight against cancer.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and support the admissions and discharge process under the direction of a professional nurse.
• Implement delegated aspects of nursing care as an unlicensed staff member.
• Observe patients’ physical, mental, and emotional conditions and report any changes to the nurse.
• Comply with patient safety practices.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.
• One of the following certifications or experience: Sentara Care Partner Certification Program; Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA); National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA); National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT); US Navy Hospital Corps School; Emergency services credentials (EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT, Paramedic); current student in RN, LPN, RT, or PT program with at least one semester completed; or recent (within three years) work experience as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.
• One year of prior health‑care experience preferred.

Pay

Base pay range for full‑time employment is $18.93 – $27.41 hourly. Additional compensation may include shift differentials, standby/on‑call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra‑shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation varies based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Adoption, fertility, and surrogacy reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Paid parental and 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 through Guild Education
• Student debt pay‑down – $10,000
• Pet insurance
• Legal resources plan
• Eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus based on system and employee criteria

Schedule

Full‑time, third (night) shift: 7 pm – 7 am.