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Psych Tech (PCT) - ED

Johns Hopkins Medicine

Washington, DC
1 month ago
$18.00 - $24.95

Job Description

Join Johns Hopkins Medicine as a Psychiatric Technician in the Emergency Department, where you will provide essential care to psychiatric patients while supporting their emotional and physical needs. This full-time night shift role offers the chance to grow your career in a distinguished community hospital known for its commitment to patient dignity and respect.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide care to meet the emotional, rehabilitative, and physical needs of psychiatric patients
  • Treat patients with dignity and respect
  • Maintain confidentiality regarding patients' identities and psychiatric conditions
  • Support patients and family members in coping with health-related crises

Required Qualifications

  • High school graduation
  • Two years of college in psychology or related field
  • Graduation from an approved psychiatric technician training program
  • Experience as a Clinical Associate, Nursing Assistant, Mental Health Technician, or Psychiatric Technician
  • Current CPR Certification
  • Basic computer skills
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Critical thinking and effective judgment skills
  • Organization and time management skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in a psychiatric setting
  • Ability to lift/transport/restrain adult patients
  • Team-oriented and flexible in stressful situations

Benefits & Perks

Career growth and development opportunitiesTuition assistanceFree onsite parkingUp to 26 days paid leaveAffordable and comprehensive benefits packageFree employee gym