Weekend Patient Care Technician II — Acute/Mental Health

University of Maryland Medical System; Glen Burnie (MD); On-site; USD 23,419 - 34,109; Full time

Job summary

UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center, part of the University of Maryland Medical System, seeks a weekend-focused Patient Care Technician to join a busy psychiatric/medical unit. You will function under licensed supervision, assisting with patient care and contributing to a therapeutic, rehabilitative milieu.

The role requires a CNA certification (MBON) and AHA CPR, with at least one year of PCT experience or equivalent nursing education. Expect rotating shifts including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• CNA certification from MBON is required.
• AHA CPR certification required.
• One year of experience as a PCT or two nursing education semesters.
• Experience in direct patient care in a psychiatric facility preferred.
• Experience managing potentially violent patients (CPI/NCI/MOAB) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, perform delegated medical and mental health care to patients.
• Be a multi-disciplinary team member of the nursing staff to maintain a therapeutic milieu.
• Adhere to safety protocols and assist in crisis management as needed.

Skills

CNA certification MBON

AHA CPR certification

One year PCT experience

Clinical nursing education

Psychiatric care experience

Behavior management (CPI/NCI/MOAB)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center, part of the University of Maryland Medical System, seeks a weekend-focused Patient Care Technician to join a busy psychiatric/medical unit. You will function under licensed supervision, assisting with patient care and contributing to a therapeutic, rehabilitative milieu.

The role requires a CNA certification (MBON) and AHA CPR, with at least one year of PCT experience or equivalent nursing education. Expect rotating shifts including nights and weekends.