Patient Care Technician — Apprenticeship Path

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Neptune Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health in New Jersey is seeking a Patient Care Technician Apprentice to support patient care in a hospital setting. Training pathways include the HMH PCT Apprenticeship Program, with potential transfer to a full PCT role upon completion.

The role requires a HS diploma or GED, and preferred CNA/MA experience, phlebotomy and EKG skills, and a strong teamwork mindset to deliver high-quality care to patients.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience as PCT, CNA, MA or completion of PCT Apprenticeship preferred.
• Preferred phlebotomy, EKG, vital signs and nursing assistant duties; strong patient focus.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 60 days of starting.

Skills

PCT/CNA experience

Phlebotomy knowledge

EKG proficiency

Vital signs measurement

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

PCT Apprenticeship Program / CNA/MA background

AHA BLS Certification

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health in New Jersey is seeking a Patient Care Technician Apprentice to support patient care in a hospital setting. Training pathways include the HMH PCT Apprenticeship Program, with potential transfer to a full PCT role upon completion.

The role requires a HS diploma or GED, and preferred CNA/MA experience, phlebotomy and EKG skills, and a strong teamwork mindset to deliver high-quality care to patients.