Impactful Behavioral Health Patient Care Technician

Universal Health Services; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision

401(K) with company match

SoFi student loan refinancing

Tuition assistance to nursing

Career development opportunities

Pet Insurance

Benefits Guest Website

Job summary

Universal Health Services invites applications for a Patient Care Technician at SummitRidge Hospital in Lawrenceville, GA. The role focuses on compassionate care, patient safety, and daily living support within a collaborative team.

Responsibilities include vital signs, environment safety, and assisting with activities. A nursing assistant credential or current RN/LPN/EMT progression is required, with strong communication and adaptability in a fast-paced behavioral health setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of nursing assistant course, or enrollment in RN/LPN/EMT with fundamentals.
• Must be 21+ years of age.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to perform in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support with basic clinical tasks within scope, including vital signs, blood pressure checks, specimen collection, and accu-checks.
• Maintain a safe, calm, therapeutic environment by keeping the unit organized, performing safety rounds, and documenting observations.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and use therapeutic communication to encourage routines, confidence, and well-being.
• Encourage patient participation in therapeutic groups and daily activities to foster a structured, positive experience.
• Respond calmly in challenging situations using crisis management and de-escalation under licensed staff guidance.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Observation & reporting

Education

High school diploma

Nursing assistant course

Job description

Universal Health Services invites applications for a Patient Care Technician at SummitRidge Hospital in Lawrenceville, GA. The role focuses on compassionate care, patient safety, and daily living support within a collaborative team.

Responsibilities include vital signs, environment safety, and assisting with activities. A nursing assistant credential or current RN/LPN/EMT progression is required, with strong communication and adaptability in a fast-paced behavioral health setting.