Per Diem Psychiatric Care Technician

McLaren Health Care; Bay City (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Per Diem schedule

Flexible hours

Job summary

McLaren Health Care in Bay City, Michigan is seeking a per diem patient care assistant to support RNs in psychiatric and inpatient settings. You will observe patients, document conditions, assist with activities of daily living, and participate in therapeutic activities.

The role requires either an Associate degree in human services or science, nursing program enrollment, or substantial related experience in mental health/hospital environments.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or active nursing program completion required.
• Direct patient care on inpatient psych unit or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in human services or hospital settings acceptable.
• Clinical rotations or specialized training in behavioral health valued.

Responsibilities

• Observe and record patients' condition and services performed.
• Lead patients in therapeutic and recreational activities.
• Assist with admitting, transporting and discharging patients.
• Monitor vital signs and ensure safety during daily activities.

Skills

Patient observation

Vital signs monitoring

Infection control awareness

HIPAA compliance

Education

Associates degree in human services or science

Nursing program student (clinical rotation)

High school diploma + 3 years direct patient care on psych unit

High school diploma + Behavioral Health training (US Armed Services)

High school diploma + 3 years in human services/hospital security

Bachelor's degree in human services or science (preferred)

Job description

McLaren Health Care in Bay City, Michigan is seeking a per diem patient care assistant to support RNs in psychiatric and inpatient settings. You will observe patients, document conditions, assist with activities of daily living, and participate in therapeutic activities.

The role requires either an Associate degree in human services or science, nursing program enrollment, or substantial related experience in mental health/hospital environments.