PCT-Training Program

Patient Care Technician Training Program What is a Patient Care Technician (PCT)?

A Patient Care Technician is someone who works in collaboration with a Registered Nurse to provide quality, hands‑on patient care based on the individualized needs of the patients and their families. PCTs provide for the patient's hygiene, comfort and safety to ensure the best outcome for all involved.

Saint Peter's Healthcare System offers an 80‑hour training program for individuals interested in becoming a PCT but who do not have the required certifications or experience. Saint Peter's will pay you to complete the training program. This program is provided every other month at our main hospital in New Brunswick.

Saint Peter's paid 80‑hour Patient Care Technician Program consists of both in‑classroom and hands‑on training. Training programs are limited to 10 participants to ensure each participant receives ongoing feedback and gains the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their role. Want to learn more? Apply online with an updated copy of your resume and a representative will reach out to you.

• Flexible schedules to fit your lifestyle.
• Full time, part time and per diem 12‑hour shifts.
• Ongoing education, including clinical hours.
• Advancement opportunities.
• Benefits for full time and certain part time positions.

The PCT-Training Program will:

• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), patient transfers, and discharges, monitoring basic physiological parameters as delegated by the RN.
• Provide age‑specific care as directed by RN.
• Participate in the planning and evaluation of patient care by communicating all information pertinent to patient's status.
• Provide direct patient care in accordance with the Plan of Care as appropriate to the ages of the patients served (including growth and development throughout the life cycle factors: Neonates, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics) and an understanding of the range of treatment needed by these patients.
• Provide for patient hygiene, comfort and safety.
• Report all necessary information and/or unusual occurrences of an urgent nature as they develop.

• Career interest in healthcare is preferred.
• Ability to complete the in‑person training program during weekday business hours of 7:30am - 4:30pm.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Flexibility schedule preferred.

Salary Range: 19.00 - 25.50 USD

We offer competitive base rates that are determined by many factors, including job‑related work experience, internal equity, and industry‑specific market data. In addition to base salary, some positions may be eligible for clinical certification pay and shift differentials.

The salary range listed for exempt positions reflects full‑time compensation and will be prorated based on employment status.

Saint Peter’s offers a robust benefits program to eligible employees that will support you and your family in working toward achieving and maintaining secure, healthy lives now and into the future. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; savings accounts, voluntary benefits, wellness programs and discounts, paid life insurance, generous 401(k) match, adoption assistance, back‑up daycare, free onsite parking, and recognition rewards.

You can take your career to the next level by participating in either a fully paid tuition program or our generous tuition assistance program. Learn more about our benefits by visiting our site at Saint Peter's.