Cooper University Health Care

      Cooper University Health Care

      A Cooper University Health Care Company
      Industry:Hospitals and Health Care
      Type:Nonprofit
      Headquarters:Camden, NJ
      Size:5,001-10,000 employees
      Revenue:Unknown / Non-Applicable
      Founded in:1887

      Description

      Founded in 1887, Cooper University Health Care stands as the leading academic health system in South Jersey, providing comprehensive healthcare services across the spectrum from primary to specialty, tertiary, and urgent care. With more than 9,500 dedicated employees—including 1,600 nurses, 850+ physicians, and 450 advanced practice providers specializing in over 75 medical fields—Cooper delivers exceptional patient care throughout the region.

      As home to South Jersey's only Level I trauma center, Cooper University Hospital handles the most critical cases in the Philadelphia region. The health system encompasses several distinguished facilities, including MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper, the Children's Regional Hospital (the Delaware Valley's only Level II pediatric trauma center), three urgent care centers, and over 100 outpatient offices extending from Southeastern Pennsylvania to the Jersey Shore.

      Cooper's academic partnership with Cooper Medical School of Rowan University enhances its commitment to advancing medical knowledge and training the next generation of healthcare professionals. The health system serves as a vital cornerstone in Camden's ongoing revitalization while maintaining its 135-year tradition of providing compassionate, expert care.

      Annually welcoming over 1.9 million patient visits from all 50 states and 35 countries, Cooper has earned the trust of a growing patient population. The nonprofit organization operates with a clear mission: "To serve, to heal, to educate." With regional hubs in Camden, Cherry Hill, Voorhees, Willingboro, and Sewell, Cooper University Health Care offers healthcare professionals diverse opportunities to make meaningful contributions to patient care while advancing their careers within a respected academic medical institution.

      Offices

      500+

      Jobs for Cooper University Health Care in United States

      Cooper University Health Care
      A Cooper University Health Care Company

      Patient Care Technician

      08210 Cape May Court House, NJ · 3 hours ago
      Size:5,001-10,000 employees
      Offices:6 locations
      Full-timePart-timeHigh School
      HealthDentalVisionLife+3 more
      Description

      About us

      Cooper University Health Care is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving residents and visitors throughout Cape May County. The system includes Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional, three urgent care facilities; Cape Regional Physicians Associates with primary care and specialty care providers delivering services in multiple locations throughout Cape May County; The Cancer Center at Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional, the Claire C. Brodesser Surgery Center; AMI at Cooper, Miracles Fitness and numerous freestanding outpatient facilities providing wound care, lab, and physical therapy services. We have a commitment to our employees by providing competitive rates and compensation p rograms . Cooper offers full and part time employees a comprehensive employee benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, on-site Early Education Center (employee discount) , attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore a career opportunity by offering professional development.

      Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional is accredited by and received the Gold Seal of approval from The Joint Commission.

      Short Description

      The Patient Care Technician provides patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). Key responsibilities include observing and reporting patient condition changes, assisting with daily living activities (such as meals and bathing), recording vital signs, measuring fluid intake/output, collecting specimens, and transporting patients within the hospital. They also perform one-on-one monitoring with documentation, demonstrate computer skills, follow physician orders, and use the internal paging and patient call systems. Additional tasks are assigned as needed.

      Experience Required

      Previous Patient Care Technician or Nursing Assistant experience preferred.

      Education Requirements

      High School graduate or equivalent.

      License/Certification Requirements

      American Heart Association, (AHA) CPR (Basic Life Support) Certification required.