Patient Care Technician - Post Anesthesia Care Unit/Same Day Surgery - Per Diem

About the role

The Patient Care Technician performs direct and indirect patient care functions under the supervision of appropriately licensed personnel. The Technician is responsible for assisting patients with personal care needs and participating in the plan of care. The technician regularly communicates observations and data collection to the Clinical Associate. This position also collects test specimens as directed according to established procedures and documents patient care activities consistent with data collection and the test performed.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with personal care needs
• Communicates observations and data collection to the Clinical Associate
• Collaborates in the development and implementation of the patient’s plan of care
• Collects test specimens as directed according to established procedures
• Documents patient care activities consistent with data collection and the test performed
• Performs limited laboratory services as required

Requirements

• BLS from the American Heart Association required within 30 days of hire or transfer
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) training required within 1 year of hire or transfer, or until 10/31/25 for existing employees in the role
• High School degree or equivalent required
• Ability to speak and write English Language required. Bilingual preferred
• At least 8 weeks of Patient Care education or direct patient care experience required; or enrolled in a nursing school or physician assistant program
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred
• Interpersonal skills required to effectively communicate with other team members
• Demonstrates the ability to be flexible, set priorities, solve problems and use good judgment in difficult situations
• Proficiency in Clinical Applications preferred at time of hire; incumbents within position will be trained appropriately and then skill will be required for this position within 30-60 days from date of hire

Qualifications

• Specialty Certification Required: Emergency Room City American Heart Association BLS required upon hire. CPI by 10/31/25 for existing employees, and new employees have 1 year from hire or transfer date.
• Specialty Certification Required: Emergency Room Mainland American Heart Association BLS required upon hire. CPI by 10/31/25 for existing employees, and new employees have 1 year from hire or transfer date.
• Specialty Certification Required: Hammonton Emergency Room American Heart Association BLS within 30 days of hire. CPI by 10/31/25 for existing employees, and new employees have 1 year from hire or transfer date.
• Specialty Certification Required: Trauma ICU American Heart Association BLS within 30 days of hire. CPI by 10/31/25 for existing employees, and new employees have 1 year from hire or transfer date.
• Specialty Certification Required: Critical Care (ICU) Mainland American Heart Association BLS within 30 days of hire. CPI by 10/31/25 for existing employees, and new employees have 1 year from hire or transfer date.
• Specialty Certification Required: Cardiovascular ICU(CVU) American Heart Association BLS within 30 days of hire. CPI by 10/31/25 for existing employees, and new employees have 1 year from hire or transfer date.
• Specialty Certification Required: Critical Care (ICU) City American Heart Association BLS within 30 days of hire. CPI by 10/31/25 for existing employees, and new employees have 1 year from hire or transfer date.
• Specialty Certification Required: Labor and Delivery American Heart Association BLS within 30 days of hire. CPI by 10/31/25 for existing employees, and new employees have 1 year from hire or transfer date.
• Specialty Certification Required: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit/Intermediate Care Unit American Heart Association BLS within 30 days of hire. CPI by 10/31/25 for existing employees, and new employees have 1 year from hire or transfer date.
• Specialty Certification Required: Mother/Baby Unit (OB) American Heart Association BLS within 30 days of hire. CPI by 10/31/25 for existing employees, and new employees have 1 year from hire or transfer date.
• Specialty Certification Required: Perinatology American Heart Association BLS within 30 days of hire. CPI by 10/31/25 for existing employees, and new employees have 1 year from hire or transfer date.
• Specialty Certification Required: Medical/Surgical (2S, 3C, 4H, 5H, 7H, 4M) American Heart Association BLS within 30 days of hire. CPI by 10/31/25 for existing employees, and new employees have 1 year from hire or transfer date.
• Specialty Certification Required: PACU (Recovery Room) & Same Day Surgery American Heart Association BLS within 30 days of hire. CPI by 10/31/25 for existing employees, and new employees have 1 year from hire or transfer date.
• Specialty Certification Required: Psychiatry (1 West 1 Pines) PIP if not a screener American Heart Association BLS within 30 days of hire. CPI by 10/31/25 for existing employees, and new employees have 1 year from hire or transfer date.
• Specialty Certification Required: Psychiatry (1 West 1 Pines) PIP if Screener (Psychiatric intervention program) American Heart Association BLS within 30 days of hire. CPI by 10/31/25 for existing employees, and new employees have 1 year from hire or transfer date.
• Specialty Certification Required: Pediatrics American Heart Association BLS within 30 days of hire. CPI by 10/31/25 for existing employees, and new employees have 1 year from hire or transfer date.
• Specialty Certification Required: Radiology (radiology admin) American Heart Association BLS within 30 days of hire. CPI by 10/31/25 for existing employees, and new employees have 1 year from hire or transfer date.
• Specialty Certification Required: Cath Lab (Cath lab, EP) American Heart Association BLS within 30 days of hire. CPI by 10/31/25 for existing employees, and new employees have 1 year from hire or transfer date.
• Specialty Certification Required: Oncology (1 South 1 Meadow) American Heart Association BLS within 30 days of hire. CPI by 10/31/25 for existing employees, and new employees have 1 year from hire or transfer date.
• Specialty Certification Required: Endoscopy American Heart Association BLS within 30 days of hire. CPI by 10/31/25 for existing employees, and new employees have 1 year from hire or transfer date.
• Specialty Certification Required: Cardiac Diagnostic American Heart Association BLS within 30 days of hire. CPI by 10/31/25 for existing employees, and new employees have 1 year from hire or transfer date.
• Specialty Certification Required: Progressive Cardiac Care Unit American Heart Association BLS within 30 days of hire. CPI by 10/31/25 for existing employees, and new employees have 1 year from hire or transfer date.
• Specialty Certification Required: Telemetry (2 West/2Pines, 6 Harmony) American Heart Association BLS within 30 days of hire. CPI by 10/31/25 for existing employees, and new employees have 1 year from hire or transfer date.
• Specialty Certification Required: Radiation Oncology Infusion Services American Heart Association BLS within 30 days of hire. CPI by 10/31/25 for existing employees, and new employees have 1 year from hire or transfer date.
• Specialty Certification Required: Medical Oncology Infusion Services American Heart Association BLS within 30 days of hire. CPI by 10/31/25 for existing employees, and new employees have 1 year from hire or transfer date.
• Specialty Certification Required: Pre-Admission Testing (PAT) American Heart Association BLS within 30 days of hire. CPI by 10/31/25 for existing employees, and new employees have 1 year from hire or transfer date.
• Specialty Certification Required: Acute Partial/Child Adolescent Program American Heart Association BLS within 30 days of hire. CPI by 10/31/25 for existing employees, and new employees have 1 year from hire or transfer date.

Skills

• Effective communication skills
• Flexibility and problem-solving skills
• Physical stamina and strength
• Medical terminology knowledge

Benefits

AtlantiCare offers a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans with employer contributions
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
• Wellness Programs to help you thrive
• Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more

Pay

Pay transparency in accordance with the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt. Please refer to the job advertisement for the salary range.

Schedule

Hours and schedule vary depending on the department and shift. Please refer to the job advertisement for specific details.