Travel
Patient Care Tech
Bronx, NY
Psychiatric Technician – Evening Shift
Position Overview
The facility is seeking a Psychiatric Technician for its acute inpatient psychiatric unit. You'll work evenings (3:00 PM–11:30 PM) providing direct patient care and support in a high-acuity behavioral health setting that serves children, adolescents, and adults.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Graduation from a New York State-certified Patient Care Technician (PCT) program
- Minimum 2 years full-time experience in nursing or psychiatric/behavioral healthcare in a high-volume, intensive care environment
- Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
- CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) or MAB (Managing Assaultive Behavior) certification
- Certification to perform vital signs, phlebotomy, EKGs, and blood glucose monitoring
- Training in application and use of restraints and seclusion
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and record vital signs and perform EKGs and blood glucose testing
- Support patients with activities of daily living
- Assist nursing staff in a fast-paced inpatient setting
- Engage with pediatric and adolescent patients using trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate approaches
- Maintain patient safety and support de-escalation efforts
Preferred Experience
- Associate's Degree in psychology, human services, or related field
- Prior work with youth in behavioral health or residential settings
- Experience in acute inpatient psychiatry or CPEP programs
- Additional crisis intervention training (TRUST, TCI, or equivalent)
Contract Details
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Guaranteed Hours: 37.5 hours per week
- Start Date: October 27, 2026