Patient Care Tech / PCT Med Surg

Ardent Health Services; Westwood (NJ); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center in Westwood, NJ, is seeking a Night-shift, full-time Patient Care Technician (PCT). You will work with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver direct patient care in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, and BLS within 14 days of hire. CNA is preferred, with 1+ year of patient care experience and focus on patient safety best practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• Preferred: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
• 1+ years of patient care experience.
• Experience with patient safety best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in collaboration with doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals.
• Assist in daily patient care activities and maintain patient safety and comfort.

Skills

BLS

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a night-shift, full-time, Medical Surgical, 4th-West 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, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and 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.
• Learn more about the benefits offered for this job.

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

The Patient Care Tech works 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, often having more patient contact than any other team member, including doctors and nurses.

Qualifications

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 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

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
• 1+ years of patient care experience.
• Experience with patient safety best practices.

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.