Travel Patient Care Tech

TalentBurst, Inc is seeking a travel Patient Care Tech for a travel job in Elmer, New Jersey. Job Description & Requirements
•  Specialty: Patient Care Tech
•  Discipline: Allied Health Professional
•  Start Date: 04/21/2025
•  Duration: 12 weeks
•   36 hours per week
•  Shift: 12 hours, nights
•  Employment Type: Travel Position: Patient Care Technician (PCT/CNA)
Shift: Nights (6:45 PM - 7:15 AM)
Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours/week
Scrub Color: Steel Gray Unit Description:
Join our dedicated team as a Patient Care Technician, where you will play a vital role in maintaining a safe and clean environment for patients. You will assist licensed personnel with basic patient needs and monitor health and vital signs. Overview:
The Patient Care Technician takes direction from the registered nurse and is responsible for supporting patients' activities of daily living. This role requires a compassionate individual who can effectively communicate and work as part of a healthcare team. Key Responsibilities:
•  Maintain a safe and clean environment in patient rooms and service areas.
•  Assist licensed personnel with basic patient needs, including personal care and hygiene.
•  Monitor and record patients' vital signs and report any changes to the nursing staff.
•  Support patients in their activities of daily living (ADLs).
•  Follow all hospital policies and procedures to ensure patient safety and quality care. Experience and Requirements:
•  High school graduate or equivalent.
•  Minimum of 2 years of experience in a hospital setting.
•  Qualified candidates must meet one of the following:
•  Previous experience as a nurse aide, residential aide, or patient aide.
•  Completion of a nurse aide, multi-skilled tech, or patient care tech course(s).
•  Completion of one clinical semester in an LPN/RN program.
•  Certification/Licensure:
•  Current American Heart Association BLS certification required.
•  Certified Nurse's Aide license or Patient Care Technician certification required. Additional Information:
•  Weekend Requirements: Every other weekend.
•  Holiday: Every other holiday.
•  RTO (Request Time Off): No more than 3 days. Physical Requirements:
•  Lifting
•  Lifting 20-50 lbs: Frequently
•  Lifting >50 lbs: Frequently
•  Standing: Frequently
•  Sitting: Occasionally
•  Climbing: Occasionally
•  Kneeling: Occasionally
•  Crouching: Frequently
•  Reaching: Frequently
•  Carrying: Frequently
•  Hearing: Constantly
•  Walking: Constantly
•  Pushing: Frequently
•  Talking: Constantly
•  Vision: Constantly Call off:
•  Client may cancel (call-off) up to one (1) shift per two week period without paying for the cancelled hours. First day instructions(FDI):
•  FDI are emailed directly by the hospital. Please expect 3 emails on the Friday before Monday start date. Please be sure to look in the junk folder as well - emails are sent usually around 2:00 pm on Friday.
•  Monday is a virtual day - Teams call starts around 8:30 - 9 am. Invite/link sent via email. After the Teams meeting, continue the day with 'at your pace' modules sent by the facility.
•  Badge appointment is emailed by the facility to issue the badge and review policy/procedures. The ID badge is very important to obtain prior to Orientation Shift. This is how you will clock in and out - so you can be paid accurately.
•  Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday - orientation classes are scheduled ONSITE 1-4 hours long in early afternoon and details are sent after Monday meeting is completed. These are MUST attend and cannot be rescheduled or missed- you will take the end of class assignment which is required to schedule the orientation shift.
•   Orientation shift - Fri/Sat/Sun shift which will be at the time of the shift hired for and schedule will be made available after Tue/Wed/Thur orientation classes have been completed.
•  The POCT class is scheduled for the 2nd or 3rd week of the assignment. Please share your POCT class date with us once received and remember to attend.
•  You must be available for the full 7 days of the first week for Orientation. No special scheduling is permitted for orientation. If you cannot attend or miss any part of the full orientation the offer will be rescinded.

Talent Burst Job ID . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Patient Care Technician - Patient Care Tech About TalentBurst, Inc TalentBurst Health & Life Sciences is an established provider of healthcare workforce solutions, servicing healthcare facilities across the United States for over 15 years. As a Joint Commission Certified Agency, our commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional service has made us a trusted name in the healthcare staffing landscape. Our mission is to bridge the gap between healthcare professionals seeking fulfilling opportunities and healthcare organizations striving to maintain their high standards of care. We are committed to providing top-notch healthcare professionals with access to facilities where they can focus on delivering exceptional patient care and thrive. Whether you're a nurse, allied health professional, or administrative personnel, we have the expertise to match your skills and aspirations with the perfect placement.