Patient Care Technician - Apprenticeship Path

Hackensack Meridian Health; Holmdel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join our care team. Under RN supervision, you will provide direct and indirect patient care across diverse populations, ensuring safety, comfort and patient satisfaction while supporting unit operations.

This role emphasizes teamwork, continuous learning, and adherence to patient-centered standards. Candidates with CNA/MA/PCT programs or equivalent medical backgrounds are encouraged, with apprenticeship options available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of CNA/MA/PCT program or equivalent medical background; apprenticeship options available.
• Ability to learn quickly, adapt to changing patient needs, and work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care based on age, safety, education, and related criteria.
• Promote patient safety and comfort through effective care and actions.
• Maintain ongoing communication with patients, nursing staff, and health care team.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning from admission to discharge.
• Engage in Unit/Department Performance Improvement activities.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

CNA/MA/PCT program

EMT/Home Health Aide background

PCT Apprenticeship option

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join our care team. Under RN supervision, you will provide direct and indirect patient care across diverse populations, ensuring safety, comfort and patient satisfaction while supporting unit operations.

This role emphasizes teamwork, continuous learning, and adherence to patient-centered standards. Candidates with CNA/MA/PCT programs or equivalent medical backgrounds are encouraged, with apprenticeship options available.