Psychiatric Technician, Part Time Day Shift, BHU

Virtua; Somerset Park (NJ); On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)/Pension plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Virtua Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join our psychiatric care team at Burlington Hospital. The role supports safety and compassionate care for patients in a residential or inpatient setting.

Under RN supervision, the PCT ensures patient safety and delivers therapeutic activities for psychiatric patients. The position involves one-to-one emotional support and carrying out treatment plan interventions, with vital signs and POC testing as required.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience as a PCT or with Behavioral Health population.
• HS Diploma; Bachelor's degree in Psychology preferred.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patient safety under RN direction and follow unit policies.
• Provide therapeutic group and individual activities for patients.
• Provide emotional support and behavioral redirection per multidisciplinary plan.
• Perform physical care including vital signs and Point of Care (POC) testing.

Job description

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason - to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that’s wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life‑changing care, or something in-between - we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community.If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet‑recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 otherlocations, we're committed to the well‑being of the community. That means bringing life‑changing resources and health services directly into our communities through ourEat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location

Burlington Hospital - 218 A Sunset Rd

Remote Type

On-Site

Employment Type

Employee

Employment Classification

Regular

Time Type

Part time

Work Shift

Day Shift - 12 Hr (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours

24

Summary

Under direction of the RN: Ensures the safety of psychiatric patients and the EOC.

Provides therapeutic group and individual activities for patients in need of same.

Provides one to one emotional support and behavioral redirection to patients.

Carries out treatment plan interventions as outlined on the Multidisciplinary treatment plan.

Completes necessary physical care, Vital signs and POC testing on assigned patients.

Position Responsibilities

• Ensures safety of the patient, under the direction of the RN, by implementing applicable Policies and Procedures when rounding on patients and unit.
• Provides therapeutic group and individual activity for patients.
• Provides emotional support and behavioral redirection to patients, under the direction of the RN, by implementing interventions from the multidisciplinary plan.
• Completes necessary physical care including vital signs and Point of Care (POC) testing.

Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required

At least 1 year of previous experience working as a PCT or working with Behavioral Health population in a residential or inpatient setting or graduate with a four-year psych degree required. Experience in Non‑Violent Crisis Intervention preferred.

Required Education

HS Diploma.

Bachelor's degree in Psychology preferred.

Training/Certifications/Licensure

.BLS certification.

Hourly Rate: $19.54 - $29.20The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant's experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full‑time and part‑time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short‑term disability and optional long‑term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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