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Parkview Health

Virtual Care Technician

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

Is responsible for continuous remote monitoring and surveillance/observation of behaviors for assigned patients at risk for harm, providing verbal redirection to ensure the patient's safety, and ...

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How much do patient safety observer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for patient safety observer in Indiana is $15.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $16.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a patient safety observer?

Patient Safety Observers, sometimes called 'sitters,' are healthcare professionals responsible for continuously monitoring patients who are at risk of harming themselves or others. They play a critical role in ensuring patient safety by providing direct supervision, recognizing changes in patient behavior, and alerting medical staff if intervention is needed. Their duties may include assisting with basic patient needs, documenting observations, and maintaining a safe environment. Patient Safety Observers work closely with nurses and other healthcare providers to support the overall care plan.

What is the difference between Patient Safety Observer vs Patient Care Assistant?

AspectPatient Safety ObserverPatient Care Assistant
Required credentialsMinimal; often no formal certification neededCPR certification, basic healthcare training
Work environmentHospitals, clinics, surgical areasHospitals, nursing homes, long-term care facilities
Employer usageUsed to monitor patient safety during proceduresProvides direct patient care and assistance
Common search intentUnderstanding monitoring roles in healthcareAssisting with patient needs and daily activities

The Patient Safety Observer primarily focuses on monitoring patient safety during procedures, requiring minimal credentials. In contrast, the Patient Care Assistant provides direct patient care, often with basic healthcare certifications. Both roles are vital in healthcare settings but serve different functions related to patient safety and assistance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a patient safety observer?

To thrive as a Patient Safety Observer, you need a keen attention to detail, basic healthcare knowledge, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with hospital safety protocols, electronic monitoring systems, and incident reporting tools is often required. Strong observation skills, patience, and effective verbal communication help you promptly identify and report patient safety concerns. These skills are crucial to ensure patient well-being and maintain a safe healthcare environment by preventing accidents or adverse events.

What are the main challenges patient safety observers face when monitoring patients, and how can they effectively address them?

Patient Safety Observers often encounter challenges such as maintaining continuous attention during long shifts and effectively communicating any changes in patient behavior to the clinical team. To address these challenges, observers use active observation strategies, take scheduled breaks when possible, and follow clear protocols for escalation. Consistent collaboration with nursing staff and participating in regular training updates can also help improve response times and ensure patient safety.
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Infographic showing various Patient Safety Observer job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,080 per year, or $15.9 per hour.

MENTAL HEALTH TECH-UHR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH 4W

Union Health

Terre Haute, IN

$16.25 - $21.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Union Health rating

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 65 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

800th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

You belong at Union!

Why Union?

Union Health is an award-winning integrated health system and the Wabash Valley's largest employer. Union Health is an independent and not-for-profit health system. Union Health consists of Union Hospital, Union Hospital Clinton, and Union Medical Group. Union Health offers a full spectrum of healthcare career opportunities across the continuum of care. The organizations that make up Union Health have a long tradition of serving the health care needs of West Central Indiana and East Central Illinois residents, stretching back more than 125 years.

Our Behavioral Health team provides compassionate, patient-focused care in a therapeutic environment where safety, dignity, and emotional well-being are at the center of everything we do.
The Mental Health Technician  is a key member of the treatment team who supports patient safety, observation, behavior modification programs, and therapeutic activities to promote emotional and psychological well-being.

You would ensure a safe, respectful, and supportive environment while assisting patients with daily needs and care plans under the direction of clinical staff.

This role reports to the Director of Behavioral Health Services.
Essential & valuable skills gained (in this unit or in this department):

  • Crisis-response and de-escalation awareness
  • Experience supporting patients in behavioral health settings
  • Observation, documentation, and patient safety rounding
  • Collaboration within a multidisciplinary treatment team
  • Therapeutic communication and trust-building
  • Maintaining a safe, structured care environment

(Unit / Dept.) Successes and Designation

  • Our Behavioral Health team is committed to compassionate care, emotional safety, and dignity for every patient we serve. We work as a collaborative treatment team to support patient healing and stabilization.

(Unit / Dept.) Training & Onboarding Culture

  • New co-workers receive structured onboarding, including competency development, safety and observation standards, patient-interaction training, and mentorship from experienced behavioral health professionals.

Essential Job Duties:

  • Demonstrates expertise in mental health promotion and maintenance of high quality comprehensive patient care.
  • Displays respect for patient’s integrity, patient information and patient rights.
  • Demonstrates expertise in the performance of tasks necessary to maintain a therapeutic milieu and optimum patient care.
  • Escorts patients to and from scheduled activities in a safe and professional manner.
  • Performs all specific skills assigned including monitoring vital signs in a complete and accurate manner.
  • Assists with maintaining the cleanliness of the unit.
  • Maintains high level of interpersonal relationships with program staff.
  • Utilizes appropriate skills in telephone etiquette when answering the telephone, making sure to record correct messages and pass along to appropriate staff, including patient inquiries.
  • Demonstrate efficiency in maintaining support services, which are vital to effective program operation.
  • Maintains unit filing and paperwork system, if assigned by Unit Manager or Charge Nurse.
  • Assist with maintaining patients’ activities of daily living.
  • Demonstrates ability to maintain a safe environment
  • Supervises and participates with patients in group or individual recreational, social, and related activities under the direction of the clinical and/or nursing staff.
  • Responsible for observing patients’ behavior, charting and reporting any significant physical or mental changes to the nurses on duty.
  • Assist in the admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.
  • Assists with acting out or combative patients, helping to seclude or restrain if necessary.
  • Floats to other units as needed
  • Complete group facilitation competency, be able to lead and document on PCT lead groups
  • Performs efficiently with CPCS.  Maintains ongoing training and proficiency with CPCS
  • Attend Code of Conduct training course annually.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of and adherence to ’s Code of Conduct.
  • Demonstrates conduct that is reflective of ’s commitment to ’s Code of Conduct.
  • Understands and satisfies the needs of the patient population appropriate to the age of the patient served (adults, geriatric, adolescent, pediatric, and parents of neonates)

Qualifications:

• Prior mental health experience in a medical setting required
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to maintain professionalism in stressful situations
• Regular and reliable attendance required

Preferred (not required):
• At least one year of experience as a PCT/CNA — ideally in behavioral health
 

Licenses / Certifications:

  • BLS Certification must be maintained throughout employment
  • Crisis Prevention Certification training completion within 30 days of hire and maintenance of certification throughout employment.

In addition to competitive pay, Union co-workers enjoy:

  • Part-time and Full-time schedules
  • Comprehensive Benefits
  • Paid Time Off starting day one.
  • Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 each year.
  • Career Paths 
  • Success Sharing
  • 403b Retirement Employer Match.
  • Much More!
     

Be part of an organization that is dedicated to your work-life balance, career, growth, and development. Union Health, U Matter and U Belong.

How can we help? Call us at 812-238-7827 or email us at recruiting@union.health


Please note that the salary information provided on the career site for this position opening may not necessarily reflect the accurate compensation associated with the role.
We encourage candidates to inquire further and engage in direct communication with Union Health for comprehensive salary details.

As an EOE/AA employer, Union Hospital, Inc. will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status.

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