Patient Care Tech. - Behavioral Health

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Join our dedicated team at UPMC Northwest as a flexible full-time Patient Care Technician on the Behavioral Health Inpatient Unit-make a meaningful impact every day while working variable shifts in a supportive and dynamic environment. Shifts are typically 8 hours and are primarily day and evening based with some nights required as needed. Rotating weekends and holidays are required. Candidates with a background in behavioral health / mental health / substance abuse are encouraged to apply!

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Responsibilities :

• Support patient care by assisting with daily living activities, procedures, and therapies under RN supervision.
• Accurately document care provided and report changes in patient status to the RN.
• Respond to patient needs by answering call lights, delivering meals, and transporting patients within the facility.
• Assist in educating patients and families and apply or monitor restraints per policy.
• Communicate effectively with the care team and maintain a respectful, team-oriented approach.
• Follow all hospital policies, safety procedures, and infection control standards.
• Support quality initiatives and department operations by identifying improvement opportunities and actively participating in team efforts.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• One of the following is also required :
• 1 year of general healthcare experience,
• 6+ months as a UPMC NA / CNA with PCT competency,
• Enrollment in a healthcare training program (PT / OT / PA) with one clinical rotation completed, or
• Bachelor's degree in a health sciences field.
• Successful completion of UPMC Patient Care Technician class and eRecord training upon hire.
• CPR or BLS certification (AHA-compliant) required within 30 days of hire; ACLS preferred.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran