Patient Care Technician - PT Days without Benefits

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Neptune Township, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc. is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) Apprentice to join our care team. Start in a role that supports patients, learns on the job, and grows through a structured apprenticeship program.

The path includes completing a PCT apprenticeship or equivalent training (CNA/MA/PCT) with potential transfer to a full PCT role on successful completion, emphasizing teamwork and compassionate patient care.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Completion of one of: CNA, Medical Assistant, or Patient Care Technician; or Nursing program; or HMH PCT Apprenticeship.
• Ability to learn quickly, adapt to patient needs, and work in a team to deliver high quality care.

Skills

Quick learner

Teamwork

Accountability

Patient focus

Education

HS diploma/GED

Approved training program

PCT apprenticeship

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack MeridianHealth we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
• Completion of one of the following: - Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant or Patient Care Technician program or - Fundamentals of Nursing program from an accredited school of nursing or - HMH PCT Apprenticeship Program - Or equivalent medical background experience, such as EMT, Home Health Aide, CMA, MA, PCT, Nursing Assistant. Note: Candidates that have not completed one of the programs but meet the other requirements will be considered for selection into the HMH PCT Apprentice Program. If selected, the candidate will be hired into the role of PCT Apprentice. Upon successful completion of the HMH PCT Apprenticeship Program, the candidate will be transferred to the Patient Care Technician role.
• The ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing patient needs, a strong sense of accountability for improving the lives of our patients and their caregivers, an exceptional focus on teamwork, dedication to ongoing education and the ability and passion to deliver the highest quality of care and service based on a strong sense of patient focus are all required.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Experienced or certified in phlebotomy and checking EKG, vital signs and blood sugar preferred
• At least one (1) year PCT or CNA experience in a hospital setting strongly preferred or eligible for the HMH PCT apprentice program.
• Certified Nursing Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant or Patient Care Technician who has successfully completed a PCT program which includes Phlebotomy, EKG and nursing assistant course both in the theoretical and clinical setting.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification within 60 days of entering position.