Travel Patient Care Tech (PCT) - $916 per week in Westwood, NJ Job at Cynet Health, Westwood, NJ

  • Cynet Health
  • Westwood, NJ

Job Description

Patient Care Tech
Location: Westwood, NJ
Agency: Cynet Health
Pay: $916 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 10/13/2026

About the Position

Job Title: Patient Care Technician Profession: Patient Care Technician Specialty: Patient Care Technician Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: 1 year of patient care experience (minimum of 6 months in an acute hospital setting required) License: Must have a valid state or compact license Certifications: BLS required; CNA preferred; patient care or EKG and phlebotomy certificate preferred Must-Have: Prior experience in performing EKG and phlebotomy procedures required Experience in acute care settings is preferred Description: This position involves working night shifts. Candidates should have one year of patient care experience, with a minimum of six months in an acute hospital setting. Candidates must possess certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS). A Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification is preferred. It is preferred that candidates hold a certificate in patient care, EKG, and phlebotomy. Skills required include assisting with ambulation and feeding patients, handling oxygen tanks, and understanding pulse oximetry. Candidates must be familiar with isolation precautions and personal protective equipment (PPE). They will need to measure and record intake and output, obtain vital signs, and perform 12-lead EKGs. Phlebotomy skills are also required, along with knowledge of abnormal and normal vital sign parameters for adults and pediatrics. Safe patient transfers and assistance with turning and repositioning are essential responsibilities. Candidates should be able to change linens in both occupied and unoccupied beds and provide incontinence care. They will assist with mouth care and perineal care for both male and female patients. Understanding of antiembolic stockings and the use of bed alarms is necessary. Candidates must be familiar with the use of bedpans, urinals, and bedside commodes. Knowledge of crutches, electronic vital sign equipment, glucometers, and specialized hospital beds is required. Cleaning of equipment and proper donning and removal of PPE are part of daily tasks. Candidates must be capable of performing CPR and routine catheter care. They will also be involved in specimen collection for urine, stool, and other types of tests. Hygiene-related tasks, such as bathing and overall personal care, will be part of the job. Candidates should know how to label and transport specimens. Understanding normal vital sign parameters for adults and pediatrics is necessary. They will be responsible for patient transport as needed. This position involves working with a diverse patient population, primarily adults and geriatrics, including surgical patients. Interdisciplinary support includes physical therapy, respiratory services, interpretation services, phlebotomy, radiology, social services, rapid response teams, pharmacy, and unit secretaries.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

  • BLS
  • Pharmacology
  • Skills Checklist
  • Specialty Exam

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Shift work, Night shift

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