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Perioperative PCT (Patient Care Technician) - Operating Room

Cooper University Hospital·Camden, New Jersey

$17 - $25/hr·Other·On Site·0-2 yrs
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Posted 13 days ago
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Assists the clinical team with indirect patient care and non-patient responsibilities in the operating room. Key tasks include room turnover, cleaning, setting up surgical equipment, and transporting specimens to the lab.

About Us At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team.

Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols.

We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs.

Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement.

We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

Short Description Assists the Clinical team in providing indirect patient care, plus has nonpatient care responsibilities to include but not limited to: Room turnover: includes taking out the trash, cleaning all areas of the OR, including the OR table, making the table up, and mopping the floor Gathering equipment, supplies, and instrumentation for surgical cases Changing OR tables when necessary Room set up: setting up the entire OR room for the next case or first case of the day; this includes making the bed, having necessary equipment in the room positioned appropriately for the case Taking specimens to the lab Take returns to CSP and put returns away that live in the OR upstairs.

PCT will be on your feet, the entire shift, so comfortable, supportive footwear is needed Overview At Cooper University Health Care, you’ll find one of the most dynamic surgical environments in the region.

Cooper’s Camden Campus is South Jersey’s only Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, our OR team cares for some of the most complex and meaningful cases you’ll encounter.

With 30 operating rooms and over 70 surgeries each day, you’ll be part of a team that thrives in a fast-paced, high-tech setting while delivering world-class care.

Cooper’s surgical services is growing fast, creating new opportunities for learning, growth, and career advancement.

Experience Required Acute Care Hospital experience preferred (i.e.: Nursing Assistant, Unit Secretary, PCS, etc.) Visual and auditory acuity for information retrieval and computer monitor use Education Requirements High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred License/Certification Requirements Current NJ-BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) Special Requirements 230-11PM Weekend, holiday and rotation required Salary Min ($) USD $16.50 Salary Max ($) USD $25.00

Requirements

Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a current NJ-BLS Certification. Experience in an acute care hospital setting is preferred.

  • high school
  • Patient Care
  • Clinical Support
  • Specimen Handling
  • Equipment Management
  • Basic Life Support
  • Acute Care
  • Room Turnover
  • Surgical Room Setup

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Professional Development
  • Retirement Plan

Posting details

Employment type
Other
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$17 - $25/hr
Location
Camden, New Jersey
Posted
Jul 15, 2026
Closes
Jul 13, 2027
Application
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Hiring organization

Cooper University Hospital

Cooper University Health Care is the leading academic health system in South Jersey and provides access to primary, specialty, tertiary, and urgent care, all within one complete health system. Cooper has nearly 14,000 team members including 1,600 nurses, more than 1,000 employed...

Salary listed on 372 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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