Patient Care Technician
hace 5 días
Hackensack
Job Summary We are seeking a highly reliable and experienced Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join a fast-paced Emergency Department (ED) team. This role requires strong clinical skills, the ability to manage high patient volumes, and a commitment to delivering excellent patient care. The ED at JFK handles a high volume of stroke, sepsis, and STEMI patients, making this an ideal opportunity for candidates who thrive in critical, high-acuity environments. Key Responsibilities • Perform phlebotomy procedures (certification required), • Conduct EKG testing (certification required), • Monitor and record vital signs, • Perform blood glucose testing using a glucometer, • Assist with patient care in a high-volume emergency setting, • Maintain accurate documentation and support clinical staff Required Qualifications • Minimum 1 year of recent PCT experience in an acute care facility, • Emergency Department experience preferred, • BLS certification (AHA required), • Strong, verifiable competency in:, • Phlebotomy, • EKG, • Vitals monitoring, • Glucometer usage, • Proven track record of reliability, attendance, and patient care excellence, • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, • Must be fully available for assigned schedule (no conflicting job commitments) Education Requirements • High School Diploma or GED (required), • Completion of a Patient Care Technician Program (required) Required Certifications • EKG Course Certificate, • Phlebotomy Course Certificate, • BLS Certification Benefits: Pride Health offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.