Evening ED Patient Care Technician I

Atlantic Health System; New Jersey; On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health System seeks a Patient Care Technician I for the Emergency Department at Overlook Medical Center and Union. The role supports doctors and nursing staff in meeting patient needs, including activities of daily living, vital signs, and mobility assistance.

The position requires HS Diploma or equivalent and BLS certification. Strong communication and teamwork are essential in this fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills preferred.
• Ability to work as part of a team with physicians and nurses.
• Proficiency in computer-based data management systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (bathing, feeding, dressing).
• Record vital signs, weights, and heights.
• Assist mobility: ambulation, transfers, ROM.
• Perform post mortem care.
• Perform EKGs, phlebotomy, and blood glucose monitoring.
• Report changes in patient condition to the RN.
• Maintain phlebotomy equipment and inventory.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Computer data management

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

BLS (Basic Life Support)

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

Atlantic Health System seeks a Patient Care Technician I for the Emergency Department at Overlook Medical Center and Union. The role supports doctors and nursing staff in meeting patient needs, including activities of daily living, vital signs, and mobility assistance.

The position requires HS Diploma or equivalent and BLS certification. Strong communication and teamwork are essential in this fast-paced hospital environment.