Telehealth-Enabled Patient Care Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Jefferson Health Plans is hiring a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of licensed clinicians. The role supports telehealth encounters and collaborates with various clinical departments to ensure comprehensive patient care.

The position requires strong communication, safety focus, and the ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare setting, with opportunities to contribute to a large health system’s telehealth initiatives.

Qualifications

• BLS - Basic Life Support certification required upon hire.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and patient care needs.
• Ability to perform delegated tasks within scope of role.
• Ability to communicate respectfully with patients, families and care partners.
• Understanding of risks in healthcare and ways to mitigate them.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with the interprofessional team, patient, family and designated care partners.
• Performs direct and indirect patient care activities under supervision.
• Maintains a safe patient care environment.
• Assists in maintaining supplies and equipment for unit operations.
• Conducts patient rounds, anticipates needs and responds to call lights.
• May serve as virtual safety associate as needed.
• May assist with telehealth clinical exams using peripheral devices and software.

Skills

BLS Certification

Medical terminology

Interprofessional teamwork

Communication skills

Patient care tasks

Safety awareness

Diversity & empathy

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Jefferson Health Plans is hiring a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of licensed clinicians. The role supports telehealth encounters and collaborates with various clinical departments to ensure comprehensive patient care.

The position requires strong communication, safety focus, and the ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare setting, with opportunities to contribute to a large health system’s telehealth initiatives.