Patient Care Technician | PCT Apprentice Pathway

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

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking candidates for a Patient Care Technician (PCT) Apprentice in New Jersey. The role focuses on learning to deliver high-quality patient care while developing clinical skills through the apprenticeship track.

Qualified applicants will have a GED/HS diploma and a related nursing/medical program, or be eligible for the HMH PCT Apprenticeship. The position emphasizes teamwork, adaptability, and ongoing education to support patient well-being.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Completion of one of: CNA, MA, PCT program or Nursing Fundamentals program, or HMH PCT Apprenticeship; or equivalent medical background.
• Ability to learn quickly, adapt to patient needs, and work with strong teamwork and patient focus.

Skills

Teamwork

Accountability

Willingness to learn

Patient-focused care

Education

GED/High School diploma

PCT/CNA/MA or related program

PCT Apprenticeship program eligibility

Tools

Phlebotomy

EKG

Vital signs

Blood glucose testing

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking candidates for a Patient Care Technician (PCT) Apprentice in New Jersey. The role focuses on learning to deliver high-quality patient care while developing clinical skills through the apprenticeship track.

Qualified applicants will have a GED/HS diploma and a related nursing/medical program, or be eligible for the HMH PCT Apprenticeship. The position emphasizes teamwork, adaptability, and ongoing education to support patient well-being.