Patient Care Tech - Samaritan Hospital - Crisis ER - FT Day Track - Trinity Health Corporation : Job Details

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Weekend Shift

Description:

Working EVERY Sat/Sun 7a-7p with rotating holidays

* Patient Care Tech position in the Crisis Unit (Psychiatric Unit) located in the Emergency Room at Samaritan Hospital, Troy NY. Working Per Diem, including rotating weekends and holidays.

College students with interest in Psychology, Human Services, or Medical Field - this is a position you won't want to miss!

The PCT performs a variety of direct and indirect patient care activities under the direct supervision of a Register Nurse. Including but not limited to activities of Daily Living (bathing, positioning, ambulation and feeding), taking vital signs and collecting specimens. Also included is transferring patients, managing supplied and patient care documentation. This position requires the ability to do heavy lifting, pushing pulling and standing for long periods of time.

This position requires:

* High school diploma or GED;

* Experience in direct patient care preferred

The Crisis Department provides a safe, caring environment for patients while their conditions stabilize. We conduct thorough evaluations and work with patients to reduce acute psychiatric disturbances. We then formulate the most appropriate treatment plan for each patient. We serve individuals of all ages and our care team consists of multidisciplinary staff with extensive experience providing services to individuals in psychiatric crisis. Staff include psychiatrists, registered nurses, and master-level prepared clinicians (social workers, psychologists, mental health counselors) whose primary goal is to stabilize patients in acute psychiatric crises and to formulate appropriate treatment plans for each patient.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in the field of psychology, social work, or nursing. Apply now!!

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

PCT Pay Range:$17.25- $25.00

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Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.