Patient Care Tech / PCT Med Surg

Ardent Health Services; Westwood, Northern (NJ, KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Health benefits

Career growth opportunities

Wellness resources

Job summary

Ardent Health Services seeks a Night Shift, full-time Medical Surgical 3-West Patient Care Technician (PCT) in Westwood, NJ to join a patient-centered team.

The role involves direct patient care alongside doctors and nurses, with emphasis on safety, communication, and compassionate support for patients and families.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of patient care experience.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• High school diploma or GED; CNA; Hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• The Patient Care Technician works alongside doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide direct patient care in a variety of healthcare environments.
• Support patient comfort and safety, monitor patient needs, and communicate changes to the care team.

Skills

Patient care

BLS certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a night shift, full-time Medical Surgical 3-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.

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:

• 1+ years of patient care experience.
• 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 GED equivalent.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
• Hospital 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.