Patient Care Technician

• Obtains and documents vital signs, height, weight, intake and output, and blood glucose readings (if trained and authorized).
• Assists patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene, grooming, toileting, dressing, meal setup, hydration, and ambulation.
• Conducts patient safety rounds and observations at ordered intervals (q15, q30, or q60 minutes), including 1:1 observation for fall, suicide, elopement, withdrawal, or behavioral precautions.
• Supports nursing staff during withdrawal monitoring, patient stabilization, admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Assist with blood draw as needed.
• Reports changes in patient condition, withdrawal symptoms, falls, behavioral escalation, and safety concerns to the supervising nurse immediately.
• Assists with specimen collection, including urine drug screens, as directed.
• Prepares equipment, supplies, and patient rooms; supports infection prevention and environmental safety.
• Documents patient care tasks accurately and timely in the electronic medical record.
• Participates in shift reports, huddles, and interdisciplinary communication.
• Engages patients using trauma-informed, recovery-oriented, and patient-centered approaches.
• Applies motivational interviewing techniques to support patient engagement in treatment.
• Uses verbal de-escalation and crisis intervention strategies to support patients in distress and maintain unit safety.
• Maintains professional boundaries and therapeutic communication with patients, families, and staff.
• Maintains patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and organizational policy.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Active, valid CNA certification with the Maryland Board of Nursing required.
• Current BLS/CPR certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association required.
• Six months of experience as a CNA preferred.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Valid drivers license.
• Previous experience in inpatient behavioral health, detoxification, substance use disorder treatment, psychiatric care, or residential treatment preferred.
• Working knowledge of vital signs measurement, ADL support, and basic patient care procedures.
• Familiarity with electronic medical record (EMR) documentation.
• Understanding of HIPAA, patient confidentiality, and infection prevention standards.
• Ability to apply trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, and verbal de-escalation techniques.
• Strong observation skills and the ability to recognize and report changes in patient condition.
• Clear written and verbal communication with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary care team.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and therapeutic communication in a behavioral health setting.
• Ability to respond calmly and appropriately in emergency or crisis situations.
• Reliable, team-oriented, and able to work effectively under the direction of licensed nursing staff.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Ability to frequently bend, stoop, reach, twist, and assist with patient mobility and transfers.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to move equipment, supplies, and patient belongings as needed.
• Ability to respond quickly and appropriately in emergency or crisis situations.
• Ability to perform approved physical interventions in accordance with organizational policy and training.

Schedule

• Day
• Shift: 7am to 7:30pm, every other weekend, rotating holidays required
• Night
• Shift: 7pm to 7:30am, every other weekend, rotating holidays required

Compensation

• $20 to $24 per hour, depending on experience

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Rate
• 401k
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Training and Education Allowance

Alpas Wellness is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Day Shift: 7am to 7:30pm, every other weekend, rotating holidays required

Night Shift: 7pm to 7:30am, every other weekend, rotating holidays required