Pride Health · 1 month ago
Patient Care Technician
Syracuse, NY, US
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelPride Health is actively hiring Patient Care Technicians for multiple behavioral health and psychiatric care units. The ideal candidate will support individuals with mental health needs by delivering direct patient care and maintaining a safe therapeutic environment.
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Responsibilities
Deliver direct patient care with a focus on personal hygiene, feeding, mobility assistance, and emotional support
Accurately take and record vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure
Assist patients with ambulation and transfers using proper techniques and assistive devices (e.g., Hoyer lifts)
Support patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) and monitor for behavioral changes
Report any clinical concerns or incidents to nursing staff promptly
Maintain a clean, safe, and therapeutic environment by following standard infection control protocols
Record and document patient care activities accurately in electronic medical records
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED
Certificate from an accredited Patient Care Technician (PCT) program with training in EKG and phlebotomy
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification (American Heart Association preferred)
Experience in a behavioral health or psychiatric care setting (required)
Strong communication, observation, and de-escalation skills
Ability to perform physical duties such as lifting, transferring, and prolonged standing
Benefits
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
Employee assistance program
Legal support
Auto, home insurance
Pet insurance
Employee discounts with preferred vendors
Company
Pride Health
Pride Health is a staffing and recruiting company that provides account management and staffing solutions.
Founded in 2010
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Stephanie Barnes
Scheduling Lead PHC/OPWDD
Recent News
2025-11-06
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