Patient Care Technician: Apprentice Path to PCT

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Neptune Township (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc. is seeking candidates for the Patient Care Technician (PCT) Apprentice track in New Jersey. The role provides hands-on training and a clear pathway from apprentice to licensed PCT, with emphasis on compassionate patient care and teamwork.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and have completed a CNA/MA/PCT program or the HM H PCT Apprenticeship. Strong learning agility and accountability are valued to deliver high-quality care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a CNA, Medical Assistant or Patient Care Technician program, or Fundamentals of Nursing, or HM H PCT Apprenticeship; candidates may enter via the PCT Apprentice track.
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly, adapt to changing patient needs, and maintain strong teamwork and patient focus.

Skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Accountability

Patient-focused care

Education

High School diploma / GED

CNA / MA / PCT program or Nursing fundamentals or HMH PCT Apprenticeship

Equivalent medical background (EMT, Home Health Aide, CMA, MA, PCT)

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc. is seeking candidates for the Patient Care Technician (PCT) Apprentice track in New Jersey. The role provides hands-on training and a clear pathway from apprentice to licensed PCT, with emphasis on compassionate patient care and teamwork.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and have completed a CNA/MA/PCT program or the HM H PCT Apprenticeship. Strong learning agility and accountability are valued to deliver high-quality care.