Local Contract Patient Care Tech - $24-28 per hour at Equiliem summary:
The Patient Care Technician provides direct patient care and assists Registered Nurses in a fast-paced Emergency Department, performing clinical tasks such as phlebotomy, EKGs, vital signs monitoring, and patient hygiene support. This 13-week local contract position requires specialized certification and experience in acute care settings with night shifts scheduled in Edison, NJ. The role emphasizes teamwork, patient safety, and efficient clinical support in a high-acuity hospital environment.
Equiliem is seeking a local contract Patient Care Tech for a local contract job in Edison, New Jersey.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Patient Care Tech
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Local Contract
Patient Care Technician – Edison, NJ
Pay: $24 – $28 per hour
Schedule: Night Shift, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM (3x12s), Every Other Weekend, 1 Holiday Per Season
Assignment Length: 13 Weeks
Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join our team in Edison, NJ. The PCT will assist Registered Nurses in providing high-quality care to patients in a fast-paced, high-volume Emergency Department environment . The ideal candidate will bring proven acute care experience, strong clinical skills, and a reliable, team-oriented work ethic.
Responsibilities - Welcome patients and verify identification bracelets.
- Prepare patients for admission, assessment, and procedures.
- Perform phlebotomy (IV and capillary blood draws) using aseptic technique.
- Conduct EKGs as directed.
- Assist with transport, patient meals, hygiene, toileting, and comfort care.
- Monitor and document vital signs, weights, glucose finger sticks, intake, and output.
- Maintain equipment cleanliness and ensure room readiness for admissions.
- Answer call lights promptly and communicate changes in patient condition to the RN.
- Assist RN with patient positioning, including respiratory patients (oxygen, trach, and vent support).
- Provide care tailored to patient needs, considering age, culture, and communication barriers.
Requirements Education:
- High School Diploma or GED (required)
- Completion of a Patient Care Technician Program (required)
Certifications & Licensure:
- BLS (American Heart Association) – required
- EKG Certificate – required
- Phlebotomy Certificate – required
Experience:
- Minimum 1 year of recent PCT experience in an acute care facility (Emergency Department experience preferred)
- Experience with phlebotomy, EKG, vitals, blood glucose monitoring, and patient hygiene support
- Prior Epic experience preferred (training provided if not)
Schedule & Commitment - Nights: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM (3x12s)
- Every other weekend
- 1 holiday per season (2–3 during contract)
- 13-week contract
- Float required (ED holding pool)
- No on-call shifts
Pay & Benefits - $24 – $28/hour (based on experience)
- Opportunity to work in a high-acuity Emergency Department (stroke, sepsis, STEMI patients)
- Training and support in Epic charting system
- Collaborative, team-based work environment
Keywords:
Patient Care Technician, PCT, Emergency Department, Phlebotomy, EKG, Vital Signs Monitoring, Acute Care, Healthcare Technician, Hospital Nursing Support, Clinical Support