Psychiatric Care Technician - Fulltime - Harding Hospital

Psychiatric Care Technician
- Fulltime
- Harding Hospital

The Wexner Medical Center at The Ohio State University and OSU Harding Hospital are committed to enhancing the quality of care our patients receive. The Psychiatric Care Technician [PCT] functions as a member of a team of care providers cultivating a culture of collaboration, enthusiasm, and mutual respect. The team, consisting of the Staff Nurse [RN], Psychiatric Care Technician [PCT], the Unit Clerical Associate [UCA], and other interdisciplinary staff provide patient care and supportive services that are directed at achieving patient care outcomes, maximizing the patient's involvement in his/her own care plan, improving service levels, reducing the length of hospitalization, and decreasing costs.

Patients and their family will experience the benefits of patient-focused care through the integrated skills of all team members. Services provided include 24-hour inpatient care, outpatient, and partial hospitalization care for psychiatric patients.

Minimum Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent education and experience preferred;
Previous patient care experience in an acute care hospital setting preferred;
Strong customer service, organizational and time management skills;
Successful completion of PCA training course required after hire.

University Hospital (0870)

Regular

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Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.