Patient Care Technician: Hands-On Care & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to serve a specific patient population and support the interdisciplinary team under RN supervision. The role emphasizes direct and indirect care, patient safety, and satisfaction in a hospital setting.

The ideal candidate will have a HS diploma or GED, completion of a CNA/MA/PCT program or equivalent, and a strong commitment to teamwork, learning, and delivering high-quality care across age groups.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Completion of one of: CNA, Medical Assistant, PCT program or equivalent medical background; HMH PCT Apprenticeship possible.
• Ability to learn quickly, teamwork, accountability, and patient-focused care required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care based on age-specific criteria and safety.
• Document clinical data and notify RN of abnormal results.
• Assist with patient admissions, assessments and procedures.
• Support interdisciplinary team and participate in PI activities.
• Ensure equipment readiness and maintain a safe patient environment.

Skills

Phlebotomy

EKG

Vital signs

Teamwork

Patient care

Communication

Rapid learning

Education

High School diploma / GED

CNA / Medical Assistant / PCT program or equivalent

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to serve a specific patient population and support the interdisciplinary team under RN supervision. The role emphasizes direct and indirect care, patient safety, and satisfaction in a hospital setting.

The ideal candidate will have a HS diploma or GED, completion of a CNA/MA/PCT program or equivalent, and a strong commitment to teamwork, learning, and delivering high-quality care across age groups.