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eTeam

PCT (Patient Care Tech)

Bronx, NY · On-site

$16.75 - $22/hr

Psych CPEP Unit Position Required certifications: BLS, PCT Cert, De-Escalation Training Day shift ... sitters? Ratios? Duties?: PCTs - Job duties: phlebotomy, 12 lead EKGs, 1:1s, transport, ADLs ...

American Traveler

Travel Acute Care RN

Albany, GA · On-site

$1.8K - $2.4K/wk

... psych * Patient ratios of 1:6 for both day and night shifts * CNAs typically staffed at 1:12, with occasional pulls for 1:1 and sitter duties * Utilizes MEDITECH EMR * Administers medications ...

Albanymed

Patient Service Associate - Psych

Albany, NY · On-site

$46K - $60K/yr

Interact with a diverse patient population. Utilize the electronic medical record to maintain ... Sitting - Constantly * Lifting - Rarely * Carrying - Rarely * Pushing - Rarely * Pulling - Rarely

Albany Med

Patient Service Associate - Psych

Albany, NY · On-site

$46K - $60K/yr

Prepares patient disability and out of work / school paperwork. * Responsible for discussing ... Sitting - Constantly * Lifting - Rarely * Carrying - Rarely * Pushing - Rarely * Pulling - Rarely

Albany Med

Patient Service Associate - Psych

Albany, NY · On-site

$46K - $60K/yr

Prepares patient disability and out of work / school paperwork. * Responsible for discussing ... Sitting - Constantly * Lifting - Rarely * Carrying - Rarely * Pushing - Rarely * Pulling - Rarely

Gotham Companies

MED SURG Patient Care Associate

Bronx, NY · On-site

$21.32 - $23.22/hr

Department: Psych CPEP| PCT *Required Certifications: BLS, PCT Cert, De-Escalation Training Day ... Sitters? Ratios? Duties?: PCTs - Job Duties: Phlebotomy, 12 Lead EKGs, 1:1s, transport, ADLs ...

UNM HOSPITALS

PSYCHOLOGIST

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

PATIENT CARE - Provide psychological evaluations; assesse individual and group treatment and family ... Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief ...

SupportFinity™

PSYCHOLOGIST -

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$68.09/hr

PATIENT CARE - Provide psychological evaluations; assess individual and group treatment and family ... Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief ...

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Serene Health

Licensed Psychologist

Mesa, AZ · On-site

... patient outcomes. Responsibilities: * Conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations and ... Prolonged periods of sitting at an office desk on the computer. * Lifting: Able to lift up to 15lbs.

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How much do psych patient sitter jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for psych patient sitter in the United States is $18.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Psych Patient Sitter vs Mental Health Technician?

AspectPsych Patient SitterMental Health Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; training provided on-siteHigh school diploma or equivalent; often requires certification in mental health or CPR
Work EnvironmentHospitals, psychiatric units, inpatient facilitiesPsychiatric hospitals, mental health clinics, inpatient units
Employer & IndustryHealthcare facilities focusing on patient supervisionBehavioral health facilities, hospitals, mental health organizations
Common Search & ComparisonPsych Patient Sitter vs Mental Health Technician

The main difference between a Psych Patient Sitter and a Mental Health Technician lies in their responsibilities and required credentials. Psych Patient Sitters primarily monitor patients to ensure safety, often with minimal training, while Mental Health Technicians have more clinical duties, including assisting with patient care and therapy activities, often requiring specialized certifications. Both roles work in psychiatric settings but serve different levels of patient care and supervision.

What does a psych patient sitter do?

A psych patient sitter is responsible for monitoring and ensuring the safety of patients with mental health conditions in healthcare settings. They observe patient behavior, prevent self-harm or harm to others, and provide support under the supervision of medical staff, often requiring training in de-escalation and safety protocols.

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PCT (Patient Care Tech)

Bronx, NY • On-site

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Job description

Psych CPEP Unit Position

Required certifications: BLS, PCT Cert, De-Escalation Training

Day shift: 7:00am-3:30pm

Evening shift: 3:00pm-11:30pm

Night shift: 11:00pm-7:30am

Beds: 46 beds, divided into sections

Fast track/triage: 1 section designated to triage and fast-track patients

Is security in-house 24/7? Housed in the ER?: Available in house 24/7

Nurse: patient ratios: varies

Required certifications: BLS, CPI

Common diagnoses: Patients with severe mental illnesses and behavioral issues including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, anxiety, depression, trauma, and more; often patients will have multiple comorbidities, but are typically medically stable. Medically unstable patients are transferred out.

Experience: Must have phlebotomy & 12 lead EKGs experience

Medications: No IVs. IM injections and PO medication administration. Psychotropics (Haldol, Zyprexa, Ativan, etc.)

ED physician/mid-levels: 3 physician on days, 1 physician and 1 resident on nights

Charge nurse/house supervisor? Does the charge nurse take an assignment?: Director oversees entire facility; charge doesn't take a patient assignment; coordinates unit and assists staff as needed

Nurse aids/EMT/Paramedics/Patient sitters? Ratios? Duties?: PCTs - Job duties: phlebotomy, 12 lead EKGs, 1:1s, transport, ADLs, patient contraband search, property inventory, assisting physicians and nurses, and more

Is RT in the ER 24/7? Do they do ABG's, breathing Tx, & EKG's?: Yes, RT available

RT equipment - Are RNs required to do anything with these besides troubleshoot?: RT available and will administer breathing treatments and assist in escalating any resp needs; equipped to intubate patients when needed but then would transfer them out

Do you have monitor techs in the ER? Are RNs required to read their own strips? What brand are the tele monitors?: Cardiac monitoring available, tele techs oversee, RNs asked to be able to identify major rhythms, life threatening rhythms, and rhythm changes

X-ray or CT in the ER? Transport?: Xray and CT available, PCTs transport

Does phlebotomy draw labs or RN's draw?: PCTs do blood draws

Shifts & scheduling: 7-3:30, 3-11:30, 11-7:30

Weekend requirements: EOW

Scrub color: Eggplant

Unit specific orientation: 3 weeks of orientation, 1 week of classroom, 1 week for inpatient units, and 1 week for assigned unit

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