Patient Care Technicians - Behavioral Health Tech

Patient Care Technician

Job Title:

Patient Care Technician

Profession: PCT

Specialty:
Psychiatric Unit

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: 8 Hours Nights

Hours per Shift: 7.5 hours

Experience:

1 year of Psychiatric experience

License:
Required

Certifications:

BLS, PCT Certification, De-escalation training

Must-Have: 1 year of experience in a psychiatric setting. BLS certification. PCT certification. De-escalation training.

Description:

Department focuses on adult psychiatric care. The unit has 26 beds with a nurse to patient ratio of 1:6-7 during the day and 1:8 ff includes charge nurses and assistant nurse care coordinators available 24/7. Experience in working with common diagnoses such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder, substance abuse, and depression is essential. The unit does not admit detox or rehab patients, as those require specialized care.

PCTs will conduct safety checks, vital signs, room checks, assist with activities of daily living, and observe patient care closely. Phlebotomy experience is required, and training is available. PCTs may be tasked with providing 1:1 patient care and assisting nursing staff as necessary. No respiratory therapy is available on the unit; registered nurses manage oxygen therapies. PCTs will follow a schedule that includes every other weekend and holiday coverage may be required.

Travelers may need to float to different units as necessary. The scrubs color for PCTs is maroon red. Orientation is provided on the unit, and travelers will have a designated preceptor. Excessive call-ins could result in termination. This role requires adherence to safety and patient care protocols. Utilization of de-escalation techniques is preferred to manage patient behavior.

We offer competitive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)
• 24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support
• Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service
• Industry‑leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses
• Free tax return assistance for travelers
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Disclaimer:
Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

About Cynet Health:
Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest‑growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct‑hire, and non‑clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long‑term care facilities, labs and more.

We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by Blue Pipes, recognized among the fastest‑growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.

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