Patient Care Technician: PCT Apprentice Program

Hackensack Meridian Health; Red Bank (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement Benefits

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health in Red Bank, NJ is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support patients with compassionate, hands-on care across shifts. The role emphasizes patient safety, education, and collaboration with nurses and the health care team.

Candidates should complete a PCT/CNA/MA program or have an equivalent medical background; the HMH PCT Apprenticeship path is available. The job offers a competitive starting hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• CNA/MA/PCT program or Fundamentals of Nursing from an accredited school, or equivalent medical background.
• Eligible for HMH PCT Apprenticeship with potential transfer after completion.
• Must learn quickly, be accountable, and work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care based on age and criteria.
• Maintain safe, effective patient outcomes through judgment and actions.
• Communicate with patients and care team about status and care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary collaboration and unit PI activities.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Adaptability

Ability to learn quickly

Patient education

Education

HS diploma or GED

CNA/MA/PCT program

Fundamentals of Nursing program

HMH PCT Apprenticeship Program

Equivalent medical background (EMT, HHA, CMA, MA, PCT)

Tools

Phlebotomy

EKG

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health in Red Bank, NJ is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support patients with compassionate, hands-on care across shifts. The role emphasizes patient safety, education, and collaboration with nurses and the health care team.

Candidates should complete a PCT/CNA/MA program or have an equivalent medical background; the HMH PCT Apprenticeship path is available. The job offers a competitive starting hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package.