Patient Care Technician I, Full Time, Pediatric Pulmonology, Morristown at Atlantic Health

Morristown, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Direct Patient Care, Vital Signs, EKGs, Phlebotomy, Point Of Care Testing, EHR Documentation, Patient Flow Management, Team Collaboration, Prioritization, Equipment Care, Infection Control, Customer Service, Interpersonal Communication, EPIC Proficiency, Patient Support, Safety Adherence

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Provides direct patient care under the direction of the physician/APN/RN/LPN when performing clinical tasks. The PCT rooms patients, obtains vital signs, performs EKGs, phlebotomy and Point of Care testing. Maintains a safe, clean environment, supports equipment care and collaborates with team members to ensure quality care. Description for Internal Candidates • Supports practitioners in providing direct patient care. • Rooms and prepares patients for examination and treatment. • Takes patients brief history and vital signs, documents timely in EHR. • Maintains efficient patient flow and keeps patients informed of any delays. • Performs routine medical testing: EKG’s, Phlebotomy and Point of Care Testing. • Monitors the patient’s condition, recognizes abnormal vital signs, and promptly reports changes to the practitioner. • Participates in daily huddles. • Determines priorities of care and demonstrates flexibility in responding to patient needs while completing assignments. • Completes all assignments unless otherwise directed by manager/clinical supervisor/lead. • Works as a team member in meeting the unit needs. • Seeks approval for reprioritization of more complex events deviating from original assignment. • Performs activities as needed without supervision. • Cleans, stocks and sets up rooms for arriving patients. • Checks for appropriate patient IDs including falls and allergies. Ensures patient exam rooms are neat and clean. • Provides emotional support by observing and responding to the emotional needs of the patient and their support network. • Maintains log of all equipment sent to Clinical Engineering for repair. • Reports all lost or equipment unable to be repaired to practice manager. • Keeps equipment clean and charged. • Adheres to OSHA, Joint Commission, Board of Health and AH standards. Observes and maintains isolation precautions. • Follows hand washing protocol. Maintains a clean and clutter free work environment. • Uses and stores equipment properly. • Must work in a fast-paced environment with positive customer service skills Atlantic Medical Group is a physician-led and physician-governed organization that delivers the highest quality health care, at the right place, the right price, and the right time. We are a multispecialty physician group with more than 1,000 doctors, nurse practitioners and physician assistants at over 300 locations throughout northern and central New Jersey and northeast Pennsylvania. Our mission is to deliver exceptional care recognizing the unique needs of all those we serve. Our vision is to achieve the best outcomes with our patients at the center of the physician-led team, driven by service, innovation and continuous learning. Our integrated network offers seamless access to Atlantic Health System’s entire health care continuum and our nationally and regionally ranked hospitals. In collaboration with Atlantic Health System, several of our practices offer urgent care and walk-in services. In addition to primary care physicians, the team includes specialists that care for patients in all aspects of their health from pediatrics to geriatrics and everything in between. We make health decisions easier for patients with enhanced access to referrals. Atlantic Health System offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted: Team Member 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 ____________________________________________ Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer. EEO STATEMENT Atlantic Health System, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status. Atlantic Health System is at the forefront of medicine, setting standards for quality health care powered by a workforce of more than 18,000 team members and 4,800 affiliated physicians dedicated to building healthier communities, the system offers more than 400 sites of care, including eight award-winning medical centers. Specializing in cardiovascular care, cancer care, orthopedics, neuroscience, pediatrics, women's health and rehabilitation medicine. Atlantic Medical Group, comprised of 1,000 physicians and advanced practice providers, represents one of the largest multi-specialty practices in New Jersey and includes finance, legal, marketing, human resources, talent acquisition, ISS and more. Caring for our patients, our team members and the communities we serve is our central mission.

Responsibilities

The Patient Care Technician provides direct patient care under the supervision of licensed practitioners by performing clinical tasks such as taking vital signs, EKGs, phlebotomy, and point-of-care testing. Responsibilities also include maintaining a safe and clean environment, supporting equipment care, and collaborating with the team to ensure quality patient flow and emotional support.