Patient Care Technician: Impactful Patient Support

RiseMe; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is hiring a Patient Care Technician to support patient care across units in New Jersey. The role emphasizes safety, communication, and teamwork with nursing staff to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

The position requires completion of a PCT/CNA/MA program or equivalent, with BLS within 60 days. Expect hands-on clinical duties, phlebotomy, EKG, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Completion of PCT/CNA/MA program or nursing program.
• AHA BLS within 60 days of start.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care based on age, safety, and education criteria.
• Communicate with patients and care team about status and care.
• Assist with admissions, assessments, and procedure prep.
• Perform phlebotomy and EKG as directed.
• Maintain equipment and document vitals and specimens.
• Support care transitions from admission to discharge.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Adaptability

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

PCT/CNA/MA program or equivalent

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is hiring a Patient Care Technician to support patient care across units in New Jersey. The role emphasizes safety, communication, and teamwork with nursing staff to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

The position requires completion of a PCT/CNA/MA program or equivalent, with BLS within 60 days. Expect hands-on clinical duties, phlebotomy, EKG, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.