Compassionate Patient Care Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health in New Jersey seeks a Patient Care Technician to support our patients with compassionate care from admission to discharge. You will collaborate with nurses and the health care team to ensure safe, high-quality care tailored to each patient.

The role emphasizes teamwork, ongoing education, and adherence to safety standards, with a starting hourly rate of $20.68 and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Education credentials such as CNA/MA/PCT or nursing program completion.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) within 60 days of starting position.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing patient needs with teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care based on age-related criteria and safety needs.
• Ensure safe outcomes through judgment, action, and communication.
• Communicate with patients and nursing team about status and care.
• Take initiative to improve performance and opportunities beyond basics.
• Contribute to interdisciplinary care plans from admission to discharge.
• Participate in Unit/Department Performance Improvement activities.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma / GED

CNA / MA / PCT program

PCT Apprenticeship program

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health in New Jersey seeks a Patient Care Technician to support our patients with compassionate care from admission to discharge. You will collaborate with nurses and the health care team to ensure safe, high-quality care tailored to each patient.

The role emphasizes teamwork, ongoing education, and adherence to safety standards, with a starting hourly rate of $20.68 and a comprehensive benefits package.