Perioperative PCT (Patient Care Technician) - Operating Room

Cooper University Health Care; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 22,730 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Cooper University Health Care in Camden, NJ, is hiring for critical indirect patient care roles on their surgical team. This position involves tasks such as maintaining cleanliness in the OR, managing surgical equipment, and assisting clinical staff. Candidates are preferred to have acute care experience and a High School Diploma.

Join a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment within South Jersey’s only Level I Adult Trauma Center. The position requires NJ-BLS certification and offers competitive salaries ranging from $16.50 to $25.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in acute care settings preferred for supportive roles.
• Ability to visually and auditorily assess and use technology effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinical team with indirect patient care and related tasks.
• Maintain cleanliness and setup of OR for surgical cases.
• Manage supplies and equipment for surgeries.

Skills

Acute Care Hospital experience

Visual and auditory acuity

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

About Us

At Cooper University Health Care,our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

Short Description

Assists the Clinical team in providing indirect patient care, plus has nonpatient care responsibilities to include but not limited to:

• Room turnover: includes taking out the trash, cleaning all areas of the OR, including the OR table, making the table up, and mopping the floor
• Gathering equipment, supplies, and instrumentation for surgical cases
• Changing OR tables when necessary
• Room set up: setting up the entire OR room for the next case or first case of the day; this includes making the bed, having necessary equipment in the room positioned appropriately for the case
• Taking specimens to the lab
• Take returns to CSP and put returns away that live in the OR upstairs.
• PCT will be on your feet, the entire shift, so comfortable, supportive footwear is needed

Overview

At Cooper University Health Care, you’ll find one of the most dynamic surgical environments in the region. Cooper’s Camden Campus is South Jersey’s only Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center; our OR team cares for some of the most complex and meaningful cases you’ll encounter.

With 30 operating rooms and over 70 surgeries each day, you’ll be part of a team that thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑tech setting while delivering world‑class care. Cooper’s surgical services is growing fast, creating new opportunities for learning, growth, and career advancement.

Experience Required

• Acute Care Hospital experience preferred (i.e.: Nursing Assistant, Unit Secretary, PCS, etc.)
• Visual and auditory acuity for information retrieval and computer monitor use

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred

License/Certification Requirements

• Current NJ-BLS Certification (Basic Life Support)

Special Requirements

• 11A-7:30P
• Weekend, holiday and rotation required

Salary Range

USD $16.50 - $25.00