Patient Care Tech. - Behavioral Health

Join our dedicated team at UPMC Northwest as a 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! class:( $data.displayType === 'InputTextArea') ? 'block__field--full-width' : ($data.displayType === 'InputRichText' || $data.name === 'descriptionExt' || $data.name === 'qualificationExt' || $data.name === 'descriptionInt' || $data.name === 'qualificationInt') ? 'block__field--wide-rich-text' : 'block__field--edit'}" id="descriptionInt-container" html: $component.getFieldValue($data)" id="descriptionInt-value" formfieldid="descriptionInt" 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

Created: 2025-09-28