Night Shift Patient Care Technician – Growth & Benefits

John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center; Neptune City (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

Paid leave and retirement benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join the team and provide compassionate, high-quality care under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role focuses on a wide range of direct and indirect patient care tasks across a diverse patient population.

You will perform routine assessments, collect specimens, manage essential equipment, and participate in care transitions from admission to discharge.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of one of: CNA, Medical Assistant, or PCT program, or Nursing-related program; apprenticeship option available.
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly, work in a team, and deliver patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision.
• Assist with admissions, assessments, and procedures while maintaining patient safety and comfort.
• Document vital signs, collect specimens, and ensure proper labeling and transport of samples.
• Support interdisciplinary care planning and participate in performance improvement activities.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

Caregiving

Education

High School diploma or GED

CNA/MA/PCT program or equivalent

HMH PCT Apprenticeship program or equivalent

Tools

Phlebotomy

EKG/Vital signs

Specimen handling

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join the team and provide compassionate, high-quality care under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role focuses on a wide range of direct and indirect patient care tasks across a diverse patient population.

You will perform routine assessments, collect specimens, manage essential equipment, and participate in care transitions from admission to discharge.