Psychiatric Technician Part Time-Night Shift

Virtua; Willingboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Patient Care Technician to join their dedicated team. This part-time role involves providing essential emotional support and therapeutic activities to psychiatric patients, ensuring their safety under the guidance of a registered nurse. With a commitment to community health, this organization offers a supportive environment where your contributions can make a real difference. If you have a passion for helping others and experience in behavioral health, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a PCT or in Behavioral Health.
• Experience in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensures patient safety under RN's direction during rounds.
• Provides therapeutic activities and emotional support.

Skills

Emotional Support

Behavioral Redirection

Therapeutic Activities

Crisis Intervention

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology

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 other locations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat 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.

Job Details

Location: Willingboro - 1113 Hospital Dr, E Bldg

Employment Type: Employee

Employment Classification: Regular

Time Type: Part time

Work Shift: Night Shift - 12 Hr (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours: 24

Job Information

Summary:

• Under the direction of the RN, ensures the safety of psychiatric patients and the EOC.
• Provides therapeutic group and individual activities for patients in need.
• Provides one-to-one emotional support and behavioral redirection to patients.
• Carrying 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 the safety of the patient by implementing applicable policies and procedures during rounds on patients and the unit, under the RN's direction.
• Provides therapeutic group and individual activities for patients.
• Provides emotional support and behavioral redirection, implementing interventions from the multidisciplinary plan, under the RN's supervision.
• Completes physical care including vital signs and Point of Care (POC) testing.

Qualifications and Experience

Minimum 1 year of experience working as a PCT or with the Behavioral Health population in a residential or inpatient setting, or a graduate with a four-year psychology degree. Experience in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention is preferred.

Education

HS Diploma required; Bachelor's degree in Psychology preferred.

Certifications and Licensure

BLS certification required.