Patient Care Technician I- Per-Diem, Varied Shifts, Emergency Department, Atlantic Health Newton Medical Center
Atlantic Health System•Newton, NJ
•Onsite
About The Position
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) plays a vital role in supporting physicians and nursing staff by ensuring that patients’ basic clinical and personal care needs are met. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the PCT provides direct patient care, assists with clinical procedures, and observes and reports changes in patient condition to promote safe, effective, and compassionate care.
Requirements
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Must be able to communicate effectively in English.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a hospital or healthcare setting is preferred.
- Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or similar is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, feeding, grooming, toileting, and dressing
- Obtain and accurately record vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, height, and weight
- Assist patients with mobility and physical activities, including ambulation, transfers, range of motion (ROM), and discharges
- Perform post‑mortem care according to established protocols
- Conduct clinical support tasks such as: EKGs, Phlebotomy, Blood glucose monitoring
- Observe patients for changes in physical condition, behavior, or mental status and promptly report concerns to the RN
- Maintain, clean, and stock phlebotomy equipment and supplies
- Support patient safety, comfort, and dignity at all times
- Perform other related duties as assigned to support unit operations
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
- Life & AD&D Insurance.
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
- PTO & Paid Sick Leave
- Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
- Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
- Backup and On-Site Childcare
- Well-Being Rewards
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
- Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
- Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
