Clinical Care Technician, Orthopedics Unit

RWJBarnabas Health; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health seeks a Clinical Care Technician in the Orthopedics Unit at RWJ New Brunswick. You will support RNs with vital signs, mobility and personal care, helping create a safe, respectful patient environment.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, current BLS, and CNA/clinical experience preferred. Shift is Day, part-time (24 hours per week) with every other weekend and some holidays.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• CNA certificate or nursing assistant/clinical program experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with vital signs, basic nursing tasks and daily patient care.
• Support RNs in mobility, hygiene and comfort measures.
• Document patient information in the EHR and maintain confidentiality.
• Adhere to infection control and patient safety protocols.
• Communicate with patients, families and care team to coordinate care.

Skills

Vital signs support

Mobility assistance

Personal care

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Clinical Care Technician, Orthopedics Unit

Clinical Care Technician, Orthopedics Unit

Req #: 0000264033

Category: CNA / Nurse Aide

Status: Part-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: RWJ New Brunswick

Department: Orthopedics Unit

Pay Range: $20.82 - $29.67 per hour

Location: One Robert Wood Johnson Place, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Job Title: Clinical Care Technician

Location: Main Hospital - New Brunswick

Department Name: Orthopedics Unit

Req #: 0000264033

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $20.82 - $29.67 per hour

Clinical Care Technician (CCT) - RWJBarnabas Health

At RWJBarnabas Health, Clinical Care Technicians become part of a purpose driven environment where teamwork, belonging, and clinical excellence shape meaningful patient experiences. As a Clinical Care Technician (CCT), you will be a vital part of our collaborative nursing team, supporting Registered Nurses in providing hands‑on care and helping create a safe, welcoming environment for patients. You'll assist with daily needs such as vital signs, mobility, and personal care, while helping RNs monitor conditions and carry out care plans. Your attention, empathy, and teamwork help restore comfort and dignity for every patient you serve and make our mission to improve lives a reality each day.

A Day in the Life of a Clinical Care Tech (Video Link Below)

https://vimeo.com/882180684/661d994b22?share=copy

As a Clinical Care Technician (CCT), a typical day may include:

• Assisting patients with activities of daily living and providing nursing care to patients including taking vital signs, EKGS, performing phlebotomy, assisting with bedside care, i.e. bathing, mouth care, skin care.
• Monitor vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and temperature to track patient health status
• Document patient information accurately in electronic health records (EHR) systems while maintaining strict confidentiality
• Implement infection control protocols to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff, adhering to facility policies
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare providers to coordinate care plans and address concerns
• Support emergency response efforts by applying Basic Life Support (BLS) skills such as CPR when needed in acute situations
• Providing patient care, based on physical, education, safety, and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patients
• Providing for effective and safe patient outcomes through practice, judgment and critical actions
• Ongoing communication with patients and nursing colleagues regarding status of patient's care
• Participating in collaboration of our patient's plan of care from admission to discharge to ensure safe transitioning

This role might be for you if:

• Thriving in a fast‑paced environment energizes you, especially in providing hands on care to our most vulnerable in an impactful way
• Collaboration with nurses, doctors and therapists is important to your success as a team player
• Job satisfaction is derived from comforting those at the bedside
• Protection of patient safety is essential in your day‑to‑day work as is delivering exceptional care through compassion and professionalism

• Continuous learning and growth matter to you

To be considered for this CCT opportunity, you must have a High School Diploma / GED and a current American Heart Association BLS certification. Previous nursing assistant experience or clinical experience from an accredited nursing program is preferred or a CNA certificate. This position offers a 2 shift per week schedule (24 hours per week) from 7am to 7:30p.m. and includes every other weekend as well as some holidays.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer