Psychiatric Technician - Adult Psychiatry - Night Shift
CoxHealth•Cox, NC
•Onsite
About The Position
Adult Psychiatric Units I and II provide care for adult patients (ages 18–50) experiencing acute mental health needs. Each unit includes 21 beds, divided into two wings: a 14-bed lower acuity wing and a 7-bed higher acuity wing, allowing for tailored, patient-centered care. These units are built around a strong commitment to safety and creating a supportive, therapeutic environment that promotes healing and mental wellness. Staff play a vital role in fostering stability, trust, and recovery for patients during vulnerable moments in their lives.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Must obtain department specific certifications within the designated time frame
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s Degree in psychology or related field
- Previous experience with mental health or age specific population
- 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.
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
- Certification pay ($0.50 for AAPT)
- BS pay ($0.50 for PSYCH)
- Career Ladder up to $1
- Night shift differential: $3
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
