Job Title: Patient Care Technician Profession: PCT Specialty: Psychiatric Unit Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 8-hour Nights Hours per Shift: 7.5 hours Experience: 1 year required License: Yes Certifications: BLS, Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant, De-Escalation Training Must-Have: Phlebotomy and 12 Lead EKG experience Description: The unit serves patients with severe mental illnesses and behavioral issues, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, anxiety, and trauma. PCTs perform blood draws, 12 Lead EKGs, 1:1 patient supervision, transport, assist with activities of daily living, conduct patient contraband searches, and inventory patient property.