Patient Care Technician - Surgical ICU - PT Evenings with Benefits (3:15pm-11:45pm)

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their healthcare team. This role is essential in delivering high-quality patient care and supporting the health and well-being of the community. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in patient care, adaptability to changing environments, and a commitment to teamwork and continuous learning. With a culture that values connection and support, this position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in healthcare while growing professionally. Join a team that is committed to transforming lives and making a difference every day.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a medical assistant or nursing program preferred.
• Experience in patient care roles is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality patient care and support.
• Adapt to changing patient needs with a focus on teamwork.
• Ensure accountability for improving patient lives.

Skills

Patient Care

Teamwork

Adaptability

Accountability

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant

Medical Assistant

Patient Care Technician

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack MeridianHealthwe 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 or Equivalent
• 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.
• 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:

• 1. AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification within 60 days of hire.