Patient Care Technicians - PCT

Patient Care TechnicianThe Patient Care Technician will work in a psychiatric unit that provides care for patients with severe mental illnesses and behavioral issues. Common diagnoses include schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, anxiety, depression, and trauma, often with multiple comorbidities. Patients are typically medically stable, with medically unstable cases being transferred out. Responsibilities include performing phlebotomy, conducting 12 Lead EKGs, providing personal care, and assisting with patient transport. The role also involves conducting contraband searches, property inventory, and assisting physicians and nursing staff. The Patient Care Technician will administer medications, including oral psychotropics and IM injections. Charge nurses will coordinate the unit and assist staff without taking patient assignments. The position requires the ability to identify major and life-threatening rhythms during cardiac monitoring. Efficient teamwork with respiratory therapists and other medical staff is crucial for delivering patient care. Weekend work is required every other week. Maroon red scrubs are the designated color for this position. The role will involve a comprehensive orientation period to ensure readiness for the responsibilities ahead.We offer competitive benefits, including:Medical, dental & vision insuranceFree and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison supportPersonalized career consultant and "single point of contact" serviceIndustry?leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonusesFree tax return assistance for travelers401(k) Retirement PlanHealth Savings Account (HSA)Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)Life and AD&D InsurancePaid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)Supplemental Insurance PlansIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceEmployee Wellness ProgramsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Career Growth and Professional Development OpportunitiesBenefits 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.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.Job Board Disclaimer By applying for jobs on this website, you consent to receive daily messages from CYNET about assignments that match your profile. Email or text "HELP" for more info, or "STOP" to unsubscribe. Your mobile info will not be shared with third parties for marketing. Standard messaging and data rates may apply.