Psychiatric Technician II
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 the following honors for workplace excellence: Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times. Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group. Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads. Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025). Job Description: • Job Summary ◦ Provide basic patient care under direction of nursing staff. Obtains information on patient condition as requested by the nursing staff, and reports any changes in patient condition.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- BLS must be obtained within 90 days and maintained throughout employment
- 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, and reports any changes in patient condition.
Benefits
- Medical
- Vision
- Dental
- Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
