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Atlantic Health System

Non-profit healthcare provider with physician network

Patient Care Technician 1 - Emergency Department

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNewton, NJ, USA$22.07 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A High School Diploma or GED is required.
  • Current CPR/BLS certification is required.
  • Ability to perform basic clinical skills such as vital signs, patient transfers, and activities of daily living is required.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and observational skills are required.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary care team is required.
  • Physical ability to assist with patient mobility and stand or walk for extended periods is required.

Responsibilities

  • Assist patients with activities of daily living, 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, and discharges.
  • Perform post-mortem care according to established protocols.
  • Perform clinical support tasks including electrocardiograms, phlebotomy, and blood glucose monitoring.
  • Observe patients for changes in physical condition, behavior, or mental status and promptly report concerns to the Registered Nurse.
  • Maintain, clean, and stock phlebotomy equipment and supplies.
  • Support patient safety, comfort, and dignity.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned to support unit operations.

Desired Qualifications

  • Previous experience in an acute care or hospital setting.
  • Experience with phlebotomy, electrocardiograms, and glucose monitoring.
  • Certified Nursing Assistant certification or equivalent.
  • Interest in pursuing a long-term career in healthcare or nursing.

About the Company

Atlantic Health System

Non-profit healthcare provider with physician network

Atlantic Health System is a large non-profit healthcare network in New Jersey that runs hospitals, outpatient centers, urgent care clinics, and a physician-led group called Atlantic Medical Group with more than 1,000 doctors across 300 locations. It provides a full range of medical services to communities in New Jersey and New York and lets patients manage care through the MyChart portal, which handles medical records, appointments, and bill payments. Its business model puts earnings back into its healthcare services and facilities, reinvesting to improve care access and community health. The system differentiates itself by being a broad, integrated network of facilities and a large physician group under a nonprofit umbrella, offering coordinated care across many sites. Its goal is to improve community health by delivering comprehensive care and continually expanding access to high-quality medical services.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Morristown, NJ
Founded
Not listed

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