Psychiatric Technician (Psych Tech)
Psychiatric Technician (Psych Tech)
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Job Description
We are searching for a Part Time Psychiatric Technician someone who works well in a fast-paced this position you will ensure the safety of patients at risk of harm to self or others under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN) and Behavioral Health Support Team. Care will be delivered incorporating Family Centered Care in a cost-effective manner and is developmental and age-appropriate for the patient population.
We have the following shifts available:
Days 7a-3p (part time only)
Evenings 3p-11p (part time only)
Nights 11p-7a (part time only)
Think youve got what it takes
Qualifications
HS Diploma or GED Required
1 Year experience with Behavioral Health in an inpatient or outpatient setting required
BLS Certification (American Heart Associate Only) required
Bachelors Degree in Psychology Sociology or other related degree preferred
Pediatric Behavioral Health experience preferred
Crisis Prevention certification preferred
As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
Responsibilities
Provide direct continual observation of patients requiring special precautions to ensure a safe environment risk of harm to self and others during their hospital stay
Remain with the assigned patient at all times during their assigned shift
Perform direct observation of the patient and monitors for at-risk behavior
Monitor for sharps and other contraband that can cause harm to patient and others
Assist the nurse in providing an environment conducive to safety for patients visitors and employees
Assist in implementation of individualized patient care plan
Promote healthy coping through verbal support and implementation of behavior plan by the health care team
Assist the patient care team through observation and communication about patients status
Maintain accountability for development of self
Demonstrate commitment to team flexibility professional interpersonal communication and customer service skills
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
