Patient Care Technician, Behavioral Health, Nights Job at University of Maryland Medical System, Aberdeen, MD

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  • University of Maryland Medical System
  • Aberdeen, MD

Job Description



University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers the residents of northeastern Maryland an unparalleled combination of clinical expertise, leading-edge technology, and an exceptional patient experience.

A community-based, integrated, non-profit health system, our vision is to become the preferred, integrated health system creating the healthiest community in Maryland. We are dedicated to maintaining and improving the health of the people in our community through an integrated health delivery system that provides high quality care to all. Our commitment to service excellence is evident through a broad range of health care services, technologies and facilities. We work collaboratively with our community and other health organizations to serve as a resource for health promotion and education.

Today, UM UCH is the leading health care system and second largest private employer in Harford County. Our 3,500 team members and over 650 medical staff physicians serve residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County.

This is an incredible opportunity to join an innovative, trauma-informed team of behavioral health professionals where you can offer recovery, resilience, and hope so individuals in our community live their best lives. Full-time patient care technician positions are available at the Upper Chesapeake Health Inpatient Behavioral Health Pavilion in Aberdeen, Maryland.

Job Description



Our Patient Care Technicians work under the direction/delegation of registered nurses in accordance with the Interdisciplinary Treatment Plan (ITP) to provide medical and psychiatric care to a population of acutely ill adult psychiatric patients who range from 18 years of age to geriatric. Responsibilities include but are not limited to managing vital signs and finger sticks, coordinating activities of daily living, facilitating community meeting and day review, maintaining an organized and clean environment of care, and providing safety-rounding support. Also, possess the ability to assist the nursing team with de-escalation and management of disruptive behaviors in order to maintain a therapeutic milieu.

Assists in providing patient care and treatment in accordance with the Division of Nursing Standards. Maintains in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment, assists the patient care team to provide various patient care activities and maintains customer service focus essential for smooth operation. 

Qualifications



Education & Experience 1. High school diploma or equivalent required. 2. Current Maryland state certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) required. 3. No previous experience required; previous direct patient care experience in a health care facility preferred. 4. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Job Tags

Full time, Night shift,

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