Psychiatric Technician II

L.E. Cox Medical Centers • Springfield, MO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned numerous honors for workplace excellence, including being named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times, and recognized by Newsweek and Forbes for various workplace achievements. This role is within the 1000 Adult Psychiatry department at Cox North, working a 36-hour week on day shifts from 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM. The primary function of this position is to provide basic patient care under the direction of nursing staff, gathering information on patient condition and reporting any changes.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must obtain department specific certifications within the designated time frame
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Exhibits valuable time management skills
• Strong analytical/problem solving skills.
• Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in psychology or related field
• Previous experience with mental health or age specific population

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care under direction of nursing staff.
• Obtains information on patient condition as requested by the nursing staff.
• Reports any changes in patient condition.

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• Retirement with Employer Match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED