Compassionate Patient Care Technician

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

Job summary

Hackensack MeridianHealth is seeking a Patient Care Technician for Brick Township, NJ. The role involves direct patient care, communication with the care team, and contributing to discharge planning to ensure safe transitions.

Education requirements include a high school diploma or GED and completion of a CNA, CMA, or PCT program (or enrollment in the apprentice pathway). BLS certification within 60 days is required.

Qualifications

• Education and certifications as listed: CNA/MA/PCT or nursing program or equivalent; eligible for apprenticeship if necessary.
• Experience or training in patient care and safety.
• Ability to learn quickly, work in a team, and adapt to patient needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care based on age-specific criteria and safety standards.
• Communicate patient status with nursing staff and care team.
• Participate in continuity of care from admission to discharge.
• Contribute to unit PI activities and team initiatives.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

BLS certification

Education

High School diploma or GED

PCT/CNA/MMA program or Nursing Assistant training

EMT/Home Health Aide background

Tools

EKG

Phlebotomy

Job description

Hackensack MeridianHealth is seeking a Patient Care Technician for Brick Township, NJ. The role involves direct patient care, communication with the care team, and contributing to discharge planning to ensure safe transitions.

Education requirements include a high school diploma or GED and completion of a CNA, CMA, or PCT program (or enrollment in the apprentice pathway). BLS certification within 60 days is required.