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Verified Pay check_circle $21 - $24 per hour
Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location 1276 Fulton Ave, Bronx, New York, 10456
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Job Description

Job Title: Patient Care Technician

Schedule: 5x8 Days (8 hrs) | All Shifts Available

Location: Bronx, New York, 10456

Duration: 13-Week Contract

Pay Range: $21/hr - $24/hr W2

 

Job Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join an inpatient Adolescent Psychiatry unit caring for children and adolescents experiencing behavioral and mental health conditions. The ideal candidate will have prior psychiatric and pediatric experience and be passionate about providing patient-centered care in a therapeutic environment.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Provide direct patient care and support in an inpatient behavioral health setting.
  • Perform patient safety checks and 15-minute observations.
  • Monitor, document, and report changes in patient behavior and condition.
  • Assist with activities of daily living and therapeutic activities.
  • Perform EKGs and phlebotomy as needed.
  • Foster a safe, supportive, and structured environment for patients.
  • Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and the interdisciplinary care team.
  • Float to other behavioral health units when required.
  • Common diagnoses include ADHD, depression, mood disorders, autism spectrum disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, intellectual disabilities, and substance use history.

 

Patient Population

  • Children (5-11 years old)
  • Adolescents (12-17 years old)

 

Requirements:

  • Minimum 1 year of Psychiatric/Behavioral Health experience (required)
  • Pediatric clinical experience (required)
  • Active PCT certification (required)
  • AHA BLS certification (required)
Company Description
Pride Health offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k) retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Equal Employment Opportunity
[Hiring Entity Name] is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Employment
[Hiring Entity Name] is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Company Description

Pride Health offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k) retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors. \r\n\r\nEqual Employment Opportunity\r\n[Hiring Entity Name] is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nFair Chance Employment\r\n[Hiring Entity Name] is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nAccommodations\r\nWe are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

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Posting ID: 1270096069 Posted: 2026-06-24 Job Title: Patient Care Technician