Patient Care Technician – PCT Apprentice Path

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc. is seeking candidates for the Patient Care Technician Apprentice track. The role supports patients under supervision, performing basic nursing and care tasks with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

Eligible applicants include those with a CNA, MA or PCT program, or Fundamentals of Nursing, and graduates may transfer to the Patient Care Technician role after completing the apprenticeship. AHA BLS/HCP certification is required within 60 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of CNA/MA/PCT program or Fundamentals of Nursing required; eligible for HMH PCT Apprentice if not yet completed.
• Ability to learn quickly, adapt to changing patient needs, and work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Learn and provide patient care tasks with safety and quality focus.
• Collaborate with the care team to support patient needs and adapt to changing conditions.

Skills

Teamwork

Patient care

Communication

Adaptability

Education

High School diploma or GED

CNA/MA/PCT program completion

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc. is seeking candidates for the Patient Care Technician Apprentice track. The role supports patients under supervision, performing basic nursing and care tasks with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

Eligible applicants include those with a CNA, MA or PCT program, or Fundamentals of Nursing, and graduates may transfer to the Patient Care Technician role after completing the apprenticeship. AHA BLS/HCP certification is required within 60 days of hire.