Patient Care Technician - Observation Unit - Per Diem Night Shift
- PRN / per diem
- Nights
- BLS
How this pay compares
This posting states $17.25–$21.45 an hour. Open patient care technician jobs in New York post a median of $20.82 an hour, the middle half $20.15–$22.23, across 314 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Patient care technicians employed in New York earn a median of $23.36 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Employment Type
Part time
Shift
Night Shift
Description
The schedule includes a weekend and holiday rotation
INITAL TRAINING IS FULL TIME DURING THE DAY
POSITION TITLE: Patient Care Technician
MISSION STATEMENT
We, St Joseph's Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.
POSITION SUMMARY: Delivers direct patient care in collaboration with the Registered Nurse. Performs tasks that do not require nursing judgements or administration of medications.
Duties include, but not limited to: Phlebotomy and EKG.
Is accountable for the patient care they deliver. Adheres to St. Joseph's Hospital Health Center standards of care and practice.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE
High School diploma or equivalent is required.
Medical background, mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity preferred.
Basic computer skills required
Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise. Completes population specific competency annually on populations served as identified in scope of care and service.
SPECIAL EQUIPMENT, SKILLS OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Current BLS/CPR certification and First Aid training provided upon hire
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND HAZARDS
Office/Clinical setting. Exposure class I.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Heavy work: requires standing, lifting, pulling, pushing and carrying.
Pay Range: $17.25 - $21.45
Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
From Trinity Health's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Trinity Health
Trinity Health is a health system with 91 (source: Trinity Health, About Us) hospitals, 101 (source: Trinity Health, About Us) continuing care locations and 133,000 (source: Trinity Health, About Us) colleagues serving communities across 23 (source: Trinity Health, About Us) states. Source: Trinity Health, About Us
Based in Livonia, MIHires in 17 statesPay on its listings: 28.8% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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