Care Champion: Patient Care Technician

Hackensack Meridian Health; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support patient care across units in a hospital setting. Responsibilities include direct patient care, vitals, phlebotomy, EKG, and collaborative care with nursing staff and other clinicians.

The role emphasizes attention to patient comfort, safety, and accurate documentation, with growth opportunities through apprenticeship programs and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Completion of CNA/MA/PCT program or equivalent medical background.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred or required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care based on age and criteria.
• Communicate with patients, nursing staff and health care team.
• Take vitals, document findings and notify RN of abnormal results.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKG and specimen processing as directed.
• Assist with admissions, meals, hygiene and daily activities.
• Support continuity of care from admission to discharge.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

CNA/MA/PCT program or equivalent background

AHA BLS Certification

Tools

Phlebotomy

EKG

Vital signs

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support patient care across units in a hospital setting. Responsibilities include direct patient care, vitals, phlebotomy, EKG, and collaborative care with nursing staff and other clinicians.

The role emphasizes attention to patient comfort, safety, and accurate documentation, with growth opportunities through apprenticeship programs and ongoing professional development.