Patient Care Technicians - Behavioral Health Tech

Patient Care Technician

Job Title: Patient Care Technician

Profession: PCT

Specialty: Psychiatric Unit

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: 8H Nights

Hours per Shift: 7.5 hours

Experience: 1 year in Psych experience

License: Required Certifications: - BLS - Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant - De-escalation training

Must-Have: - Experience with patient care techniques - Strong observational skills

Description: Department: Psychiatric (Adult)

This unit specializes in caring for adult patients with psychiatric diagnoses. Common diagnoses include schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder, and substance abuse issues. The unit does not accommodate detox or rehabilitation patients, focusing instead on medically stable individuals. Patient Care Technicians are responsible for safety checks, room checks, and vital signs monitoring. PCTs will also assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) and provide direct patient observation. Essential duties include rounding every 15 minutes, performing blood glucose checks, and completing phlebotomy procedures. PCTs will work collaboratively with nursing staff to ensure quality patient care. The unit employs a charge nurse and assistant nursing care coordinators to manage staffing and patient needs. Training will be provided for all necessary skills, including proper use of physical restraints if applicable. Staff will also have opportunities to float to different units based on the needs of the facility. Weekend work and holiday shifts are required, with travelers expected to demonstrate flexibility in scheduling. All staff are expected to maintain professionalism and follow all safety protocols throughout their shifts.

Client Details City: Bronx State: NY

We offer competitive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)
• 24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support
• Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service
• Industry‑leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses
• Free tax return assistance for travelers
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

About Cynet Health: Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest‑growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct‑hire, and non‑clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long‑term care facilities, labs and more. We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by BluePipes, recognized among the fastest‑growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.

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