Patient Care Tech: Vital Signs, Phlebotomy & Daily Living

Virtua Health; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

403(b) retirement

Paid time off

Sick leave

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life Insurance

AD&D insurance

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Virtua Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to assist with activities of daily living under RN/LPN supervision. You will support the healthcare team, communicate patient needs, and uphold high professional standards.

The role involves vital signs, basic testing and documentation, with potential phlebotomy/ECG duties where certified. Strong communication and teamwork are essential for patient safety and care delivery.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates knowledge of basic patient care skills, procedures and standards.
• Must have strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists with activities of daily living: bathing, dressing, grooming, oral care, feeding, toileting, mobility and transport.
• Measures vital signs, performs point of care testing, bladder scanning, and Foley catheter care as directed.
• May perform phlebotomy and EKGs if certified.
• Documents changes in patient status to RN/LPN and responds appropriately.
• Supports patient education for safety and care needs; participates in satisfaction and QA initiatives.
• Assists in orientation of new hires.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic patient care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

PCT/CNA training or RN basics

Job description

Virtua Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to assist with activities of daily living under RN/LPN supervision. You will support the healthcare team, communicate patient needs, and uphold high professional standards.

The role involves vital signs, basic testing and documentation, with potential phlebotomy/ECG duties where certified. Strong communication and teamwork are essential for patient safety and care delivery.