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Be Part of the Team Behind Exceptional Perioperative Care at UVA Health
Every patient undergoing a procedure deserves compassionate, safe, and attentive care before and after surgery. As a Patient Care Technician in Perianesthesia, you will play an important role in supporting patients throughout their surgical journey while working alongside nurses, providers, and the broader perioperative team.
This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a fast-paced environment where teamwork, communication, attention to detail, and patient safety are essential. You will provide hands-on patient care, monitor and communicate changes in patient condition, and help maintain a safe and welcoming environment for patients and families.
Position Summary
The Patient Care Technician provides safe, compassionate direct and indirect patient care to individuals receiving care within the Perianesthesia environment. Under the direction of the nursing and medical team, this role assists patients with comfort, personal hygiene, mobility, safety, and other care needs while supporting the overall plan of care.
The Patient Care Technician also assists with obtaining and documenting patient information, collecting specimens, maintaining equipment and supplies, and ensuring the clinical environment is clean, safe, and prepared to support patient care.
What You'll Do
Patient Care & Safety
- Provide safe, compassionate, and respectful care to patients across a variety of ages and conditions.
- Assist patients with comfort, personal hygiene, mobility, positioning, and other activities of daily living.
- Follow established nursing and medical plans of care and UVA Health policies and procedures.
- Observe patients for changes in physical or mental condition and promptly communicate concerns to the Registered Nurse, manager, or appropriate healthcare provider.
- Support patient identification and safety protocols in accordance with organizational standards.
- Recognize and respond appropriately to time-sensitive patient care needs.
Clinical Support
- Obtain and document initial and ongoing patient information as directed by UVA Health policies and procedures.
- Assist with admissions and other patient care activities as assigned.
- Obtain or assist with the collection of specimens for diagnostic or waived testing.
- Assist the clinical team with patient preparation and other perioperative support activities.
- Maintain and restock supplies, equipment, educational materials, and patient care resources.
- Assist with maintaining equipment, instruments, and the clinical environment according to established procedures
Teamwork & Patient Experience
- Work collaboratively with Registered Nurses, providers, anesthesia professionals, and other members of the healthcare team.
- Communicate professionally and respectfully with patients, families, visitors, and colleagues.
- Contribute to a positive patient experience by demonstrating compassion, responsiveness, and respect.
- Demonstrate teamwork and accountability in the delivery of patient care.
- Demonstrate UVA Health's ASPIRE Values in all interactions.
Professional Development
- Maintain required skills and competencies for assigned responsibilities.
- Attend mandatory training, education, and in-service programs.
- Participate in department, unit, and hospital patient safety initiatives.
- Seek opportunities to strengthen knowledge and skills related to patient care and the perioperative environment.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent
Experience: No experience required
Licensure: American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS Certification required. For Non-Certified team members hired prior to May 11, 2026, certification is notĀ required, as relevant experience will be accepted in its place.Ā
Must have one of the following:Ā
- Certified Nursing AssistantĀ in the Commonwealth of VirginiaĀ Ā
- Emergency Medical TechnicianĀ in the Commonwealth of VirginiaĀ Ā
- Military Corpsmen/MedicĀ (Combat Medic Specialist /Tactical Combat Casualty CareĀ /Tactical Paramedic)Ā NREMT certificationĀ orĀ Tactical Responder CertificationĀ
- LPN licenseĀ in the Commonwealth of VirginiaĀ Ā
- Graduate of a certified nursing programĀ Ā
- PatientĀ CareĀ TechnicianĀ Certification, preferred National Center of Competency TestingĀ
- Currently enrolled student nurses who have successfully completed the Clinical Experience and DidacticĀ
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Job requiresĀ frequentlyĀ bending/stooping and driving (Home Health Aide only).Ā Ā Proficient communicative,Ā auditoryĀ and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 ā 50lbs and > 100lbs (Home Health Aide only).Ā Ā Ā May be exposed to chemicals, blood/bodyĀ fluidsĀ and infectious disease.Ā
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
Certification and education support
Generous Paid Time Off
UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report āBest Hospitalsā guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as āHigh Performingā in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Childrenās is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVAās commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
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