Patient Care Technician I, Per Diem, Variable Shift, AMG Pediatrics- Scotch Plains, NJ

Atlantic Health; Scotch Plains (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & AD&D Insurance

401(k) Employer match

PTO & Paid Sick Leave

Tuition Assistance

Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave

On-Site childcare

Job summary

Atlantic Health seeks a Patient Care Technician I for AMG Pediatrics in Scotch Plains, NJ. This per diem position involves variable shifts, including Saturdays, with responsibilities across vital signs, mobility support, phlebotomy, EKGs, and patient room preparation.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, with preference for healthcare experience, provider course completion within six months, and BLS within three months. CCMA in PCT is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Interpersonal skills to communicate and collaborate.
• 6 months healthcare experience preferred.
• Healthcare Provider course within six months preferred.
• BLS preferred; required within 3 months of hire.
• CCMA in PCT program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with obtaining and recording vital signs, weights and heights.
• Assist patients with mobility and transfers as needed.
• Perform EKGs, phlebotomy and blood glucose monitoring if needed.
• Take patient histories and prepare examination rooms.
• Observe and report changes in patients' condition to RN.
• Prepare examination rooms and maintain supplies and equipment.
• Maintain phlebotomy equipment and inventory and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EKG

Phlebotomy

Blood glucose monitoring

Job description

Patient Care Technician I, Per Diem, Variable Shift, AMG Pediatrics- Scotch Plains, NJ

Scotch Plains, NJ, United States

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Job Description

Days & Shifts: Variable. Saturdays as needed.

Accountabilities:

• The essential functions of this position includes assisting patients with obtaining and recording vital signs, weights and heights
• Assisting patients with mobility: ambulation, transfer, accommodations as needed
• performing EKG's, phlebotomy and blood glucose monitoring if needed
• Taking patient histories, preparing examination rooms, and helping with minor medical procedures like wound care, vaccinations, and blood draws, if needed
• Observing and reporting changes in patients’ condition to the RN
• Examination rooms: Preparing examination rooms as needed
• Documentation: Documenting patient information and data, including vital signs, weight, height, blood pressure, and temperature
• Supplies and equipment: Preparing, organizing, and efficiently utilizing supplies and equipment
• Patient Care Technician must be willing and able to work with diverse group of patients, each with unique healthcare needs. They need to be attentive to detail and have excellent communication skills.
• Maintaining phlebotomy equipment and inventory and all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Preferred:

• Interpersonal skills to effectively communicate and collaborate with other members of the Care Center.
• 6 months prior healthcare experience with patient care experience preferred.
• Completion of Healthcare Provider Course within six months preferred
• BLS preferred; required within 3 months of hire.
• CCMA in PCT program related preferred

About Us

Atlantic Medical Group is a physician-led and physician-governed organization that delivers the highest quality health care, at the right place, the right price, and the right time. We are a multispecialty physician group with more than 1,000 doctors, nurse practitioners and physician assistants at over 300 locations throughout northern and central New Jersey and northeast Pennsylvania. Our mission is to deliver exceptional care recognizing the unique needs of all those we serve. Our vision is to achieve the best outcomes with our patients at the center of the physician-led team, driven by service, innovation and continuous learning.

Our integrated network offers seamless access to Atlantic Health's entire health care continuum and our nationally and regionally ranked hospitals. In collaboration with Atlantic Health, several of our practices offer urgent care and walk-in services.

In addition to primary care physicians, the team includes specialists that care for patients in all aspects of their health from pediatrics to geriatrics and everything in between. We make health decisions easier for patients with enhanced access to referrals.

Atlantic Medical Group is a physician-led and physician-governed organization that delivers the highest quality health care, at the right place, the right price, and the right time. We are a multispecialty physician group with more than 1,000 doctors, nurse practitioners and physician assistants at over 300 locations throughout northern and central New Jersey and northeast Pennsylvania. Our mission is to deliver exceptional care recognizing the unique needs of all those we serve. Our vision is to achieve the best outcomes with our patients at the center of the physician-led team, driven by service, innovation and continuous learning.

Our integrated network offers seamless access to Atlantic Health's entire health care continuum and our nationally and regionally ranked hospitals. In collaboration with Atlantic Health, several of our practices offer urgent care and walk-in services.

In addition to primary care physicians, the team includes specialists that care for patients in all aspects of their health from pediatrics to geriatrics and everything in between. We make health decisions easier for patients with enhanced access to referrals.

Atlantic Health offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted: Team Member Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
• Life & AD&D Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
• PTO & Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
• Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
• Backup and On-Site Childcare
• Well-Being Rewards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance

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Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.

EEO STATEMENT

Atlantic Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.

Job Info

• Job Identification 33276
• Job Category Nursing Support
• Posting Date 10/05/2026, 01:24 PM
• Locations 97 W Parkway, Pompton Plains, NJ, 07444, US
• Minimum Salary (Hourly Rate) 22.070000
• Maximum Salary (Hourly Rate) 22.070000
• Primary Shift Day
• Work Schedule Variable
• Days and Shifts Variable
• On Call Expectations N/A
• Weekends Expectations Saturdays as needed
• Department 120400186526 - Admin - Primary Care and Pediatrics
• Division Atlantic Medical Group
• Specialty Pediatric - General
• Service Line Pediatric
• Region Eastern Region (Overlook Medical Center)