Patient Care Technician | PCT Apprentice Path

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Morrell Corners (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) Apprentice in New Jersey. The role supports patient care under supervision, with a pathway from PCT Apprentice to Patient Care Technician upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Candidates may come from CNA, MA or PCT programs, or related medical backgrounds such as EMT or CMA, with a strong focus on teamwork, accountability, and continuous education to improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Completion of CNA, Medical Assistant or Patient Care Technician program, or HMH PCT Apprenticeship; or equivalent medical background.
• Ability to learn quickly, adapt to changing patient needs, and deliver high‑quality patient care with strong teamwork.

Skills

Teamwork

Accountability

Patient focus

Adaptability

Education

High School diploma / GED

CNA / MA / PCT program

PCT Apprenticeship Program

EMT / CMA background

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) Apprentice in New Jersey. The role supports patient care under supervision, with a pathway from PCT Apprentice to Patient Care Technician upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Candidates may come from CNA, MA or PCT programs, or related medical backgrounds such as EMT or CMA, with a strong focus on teamwork, accountability, and continuous education to improve patient outcomes.