Patient Care Tech / PCT ER

Pascack Valley Medical Group; Westwood (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center in Westwood, NJ is seeking a variable-shift, PRN Emergency Room Patient Care Technician (PCT). You will support registered nurses and physicians by delivering direct patient care in a fast-paced emergency department environment.

Required: minimum 6 months in an acute care hospital, EKG and phlebotomy experience, and BLS certification within 14 days of hire. High school diploma or equivalent preferred; additional cardiac/certifications encouraged.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months in an acute care hospital setting.
• Experience in performing EKG and phlebotomy procedures.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a fast-paced ER environment alongside clinicians.
• Assist with EKGs and phlebotomy procedures as part of patient care workflows.
• Support nursing staff and contribute to efficient patient throughput and satisfaction.

Skills

EKG

Phlebotomy

BLS

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Patient care or EKG and phlebotomy certificate

Cardiac Credentialing International Certification

Emergency Department Experience

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a variable-shift, PRN, Emergency Room A (ER) Patient Care Technician (PCT) in Westwood, NJ.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center is a 128-bed, full-service, acute-care community hospital with a new emergency department, a state-of-the-art maternity center, a women's imaging center, and an ICU.

Learn About a Day in the Life of a PCT:

Responsibilities

Patient Care Technicians work alongside doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide direct patient care in a variety of healthcare environments. The Patient Care Technician plays a vital role in the healthcare delivery setting by improving patient satisfaction and influencing patient throughput.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 6 months in an acute care hospital setting.
• Prior experience in performing EKG and phlebotomy procedures.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Patient care or EKG and phlebotomy certificate.
• Cardiac Credentialing International Certification.
• Emergency Department Experience.

Rate of pay is determined based on experience and education, and may include other pay components such as differentials and call pay based on role.