Patient Care Technician: Telehealth & In-Unit Support

Health Partners Plans; New Jersey; On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of licensed clinical staff, supporting telehealth and interprofessional collaboration across departments. The role emphasizes safety, patient comfort, and efficient unit operations.

Minimum qualifications include a High School Diploma/GED and BLS certification; additional LVHN course is noted.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology and patient care needs.
• Ability to complete delegated tasks within scope of role.
• Effective communication with patients, families, and care partners.
• Understanding of risks in healthcare environments and how to mitigate them.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and convey respect.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with and support the interprofessional team, patient, family and designated care partners.
• Perform direct and indirect patient care activities under licensed clinicians.
• Maintain a safe patient care environment.
• Assist in maintaining supplies and equipment for unit operations.
• Conduct patient rounds, anticipate needs, and respond to call lights promptly.
• May serve as virtual safety associate as needed.
• Facilitate clinical exams remotely with peripheral devices and telehealth software.

Skills

Medical terminology

Patient care

Interprofessional teamwork

Communication skills

BLS certification

Education

High School Diploma / GED

LVHN inexperienced technical partner course

Job description

Jefferson Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of licensed clinical staff, supporting telehealth and interprofessional collaboration across departments. The role emphasizes safety, patient comfort, and efficient unit operations.

Minimum qualifications include a High School Diploma/GED and BLS certification; additional LVHN course is noted.