Employment Type:Full timeShift:12 Hour Night Shift

Description:Working Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 7p-7a

Patient Care Tech position in the Crisis Unit (Psychiatric Unit) located in the Emergency Room at Samaritan Hospital, Troy NY. 

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!!

Position Highlights:

Recognized leader: State of the art new facilityQuality of Life: Where career opportunities and quality of life convergeAdvancement: Strong orientation program, generous tuition allowance and career developmentWork/Life: Variety of shifts

What you will do:

Perform a variety of direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse.

Responsibilities:

Assist patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, feeding and ambulationTaking vitals and collecting specimensPatient care documentationManaging supplies

What you will need:

High School Diploma or GEDAbility to do heavy lifting, pushing, pulling and standing for long hoursExperience in direct patient care preferred

Pay Range: $17.25 - $25.00

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.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are 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, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.