Compassionate Mental Health Technician

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Montgomery Township (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join our acute care team in New Jersey. The role emphasizes learning quickly, teamwork, accountability, and delivering high‑quality patient care.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and have completed a CNA/MA/PCT program or nursing fundamentals, with possible PCT Apprenticeship; EMT/Home Health Aide experience is also acceptable.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Completion of one listed program or equivalent background required.
• Must learn quickly, adapt to patient needs, and deliver high‑quality care.
• Candidates may be considered for HMH PCT Apprentice for pathway to Mental Health Technician.

Skills

Teamwork

Accountability

Adaptability

Patient-focused care

Quick learner

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA/MA/PCT program or Nursing Fundamentals program

HMH PCT Apprenticeship Program or equivalent background (EMT, Home Health Aide, CMA, MA, PCT)

Pursuing Associate's or Bachelor's in social work, psychology, nursing

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join our acute care team in New Jersey. The role emphasizes learning quickly, teamwork, accountability, and delivering high‑quality patient care.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and have completed a CNA/MA/PCT program or nursing fundamentals, with possible PCT Apprenticeship; EMT/Home Health Aide experience is also acceptable.