Per Diem Patient Care Tech Clinical Research: Psychiatric

Cenexel-Clinical-Research-1; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

CenExel Clinical Research in Gaithersburg, MD seeks a part-time Patient Care Tech - Per Diem for mixed shifts. The role supports psychiatric patients enrolled in clinical trials and ensures protocol adherence.

The successful candidate will have 1–2 years of psychiatric care experience, strong communication, and the ability to work under moderate oversight in an on-site clinical setting. This position emphasizes patient safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication.
• 1–2 years of psychiatry/mental illness experience preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Professional boundaries in patient care.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, supports psychiatric patients in trials.
• Observe and report changes to charge nurse.
• Complete shift duties as delegated by charge nurse.
• Assist with ADLs and provide meals per protocol.
• Maintain FDA/ICH/GCP SOP adherence and report issues.

Skills

Communication skills

Psych tech experience

Inpatient/acute care

Education

High School diploma

Healthcare experience preferred

Job description

CenExel Clinical Research in Gaithersburg, MD seeks a part-time Patient Care Tech - Per Diem for mixed shifts. The role supports psychiatric patients enrolled in clinical trials and ensures protocol adherence.

The successful candidate will have 1–2 years of psychiatric care experience, strong communication, and the ability to work under moderate oversight in an on-site clinical setting. This position emphasizes patient safety and teamwork.