Patient Care Technician - Telehealth Support

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

Job summary

Kennedy University Hospitals, Inc seeks a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to provide direct and indirect patient care under licensed staff supervision. The role supports telehealth encounters and collaborates with multiple clinical departments to ensure safe, quality care.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, knowledge of medical terminology, and strong communication skills. The job emphasizes patient safety, teamwork, and ability to work with diverse populations in a hospital

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and patient care.
• Ability to complete delegated tasks within scope of role.
• Knowledge of personal care and hygiene for quality of life.
• Understanding of risks in healthcare and how to reduce them.
• Respectful collaboration with patients, families and care partners.
• Appreciation of diverse backgrounds and effective communication.
• Understanding of partnership language with patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with interprofessional team, patient, family and care partners.
• Perform direct and indirect patient care tasks under supervision.
• Maintain a safe patient care environment.
• Assist with supplies and equipment to support unit operations.
• Conduct patient rounds, anticipate needs and respond to call lights promptly.
• May serve as virtual safety associate as needed.
• Assist with remote clinical exams using telehealth tools and equipment.

Skills

Medical terminology

Team collaboration

Communication

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Epic

Vidyo

Job description

Kennedy University Hospitals, Inc seeks a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to provide direct and indirect patient care under licensed staff supervision. The role supports telehealth encounters and collaborates with multiple clinical departments to ensure safe, quality care.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, knowledge of medical terminology, and strong communication skills. The job emphasizes patient safety, teamwork, and ability to work with diverse populations in a hospital