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Patient Care Technician Pediatric Per Diem Day
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A Health Technician or Technologist (Other) performs medical tests and operates diagnostic equipment. May specialize working in mental health, emergency medicine, occupational health, or in a medical laboratory.
$49,990 / year median in New Jersey
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Patient Care Technician Pediatric Per Diem Day RWJBarnabas Health $25.25 / hr United States, Jersey, Brunswick 200 Somerset Street (Show on map) Sep 14, 2026 Patient Care Technician Pediatric Per Diem Day
Req #: 0000265861
Category:
CNA /
Nurse Aide Status:
Per Diem Shift:
Day Facility:
Childrens Specialized Hosp Department:
Inpatient Rehab
•
Adolescent Pay Range:
$25.25 per hour
Location:
200 Somerset St., Brunswick, NJ 08901
Job Title:
Patient Care Technician Location:
Brunswick (NB)
Department Name:
Inpatient Rehab
•Adolescent Req #: 0000265861
Status:
Hourly Shift:
Day Pay Range:
$25.25
•$25.25 per hour
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience. Patient Care Technician (CCT)
•RWJBarnabas Health At RWJBarnabas Health, Patient Care Technicians become part of a purpose driven environment where teamwork, belonging, and clinical excellence shape meaningful patient experiences. As a Patient Care Technician (PCT), you will be a vital part of our collaborative nursing team, supporting Registered Nurses in providing hands-on care and helping create a safe, welcoming environment for patients. You'll assist with daily needs such as vital signs, mobility, and personal care, while helping RNs monitor conditions and carry out care plans. Your attention, empathy, and teamwork help restore comfort and dignity for every patient you serve and make our mission to improve lives a reality each day. As a Patient Care Technician (PCT), a typical day may include: Assisting patients with activities of daily living and providing nursing care to patients including taking vital signs, EKGS, performing phlebotomy, assisting with bedside care, i.e. bathing, mouth care, skin care.
Monitor vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and temperature to track patient health status
Document patient information accurately in electronic health records (EHR) systems while maintaining strict confidentiality
Implement infection control protocols to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff, adhering to facility policies
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare providers to coordinate care plans and address concerns
Support emergency response efforts by applying Basic Life Support (BLS) skills such as CPR when needed in acute situations
Providing patient care, based on physical, education, safety, and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patients
Providing for effective and safe patient outcomes through practice, judgment and critical actions
Ongoing communication with patients and nursing colleagues regarding status of patient's care
Participating in collaboration of our patient's plan of care from admission to discharge to ensure safe transitioning This role might be for you if: Thriving in a fast-paced environment energizes you, especially in providing hands on care to our most vulnerable in an impactful way
Collaboration with nurses, doctors and therapists is important to your success as a team player
Job satisfaction is derived from comforting those at the bedside
Protection of patient safety is essential in your day-to-day work as is delivering exceptional care through compassion and professionalism
Continuous learning and growth matter to you To be considered for this PCT opportunity, you must have a High School Diploma / GED and a current American Heart Association BLS certification. Previous nursing assistant experience or clinical experience from an accredited nursing program is preferred or a CNA certificate. This position offers a minium requirement of 2 shifts per month 7a-7:30pm, one shift must be a weekend and 1 wint and 1 summer holiday will be required. RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer