Compassionate Patient Care Technician

Hackensack Meridian Health; Stafford Township (NJ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support a variety of patient care activities under RN supervision. The role emphasizes effective communication, safety, and compassionate direct care across age groups.

Responsibilities include assisting with assessments, vitals, specimen collection, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to ensure a high standard of care and patient comfort.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Certification as CNA/Medical Assistant/PCT or Fundamentals of Nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care per age-specific criteria and needs.
• Record vitals, assess patient status, and notify RN of changes.
• Perform venipuncture and collect specimens as directed.
• Enter data accurately in patient records and ensure labeling.
• Obtain and document glucose tests and perform EKGs as directed.
• Support safe patient transport and environment readiness.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

EKG

Venipuncture

Medical terminology

Education

High School diploma or GED

CNA/Medical Assistant/PCT certification or Fundamentals of Nursing

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support a variety of patient care activities under RN supervision. The role emphasizes effective communication, safety, and compassionate direct care across age groups.

Responsibilities include assisting with assessments, vitals, specimen collection, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to ensure a high standard of care and patient comfort.