Psychiatric Technician- BSU- Full Time- Days
About The Position
Psychiatric Technicians are responsible for caring for patients who are severely developmentally disabled and need intensive care as well as are undergoing rehabilitation for drug and alcohol addiction and Patients whose illnesses make them disoriented, uncooperative, or violent, patients whose illnesses make them disoriented, uncooperative, or violent. Psychiatric technicians work as part of a medical team, under the direction of nurses and alongside other healthcare professionals, including psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurses, social workers, counselors, and therapists.
Requirements
- Associates degree in Psychology or equivalent experience
- Successful completion of TCI within three (3) months of hire
- BLS certification required
- 3 years' experience in a mental health field required
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree or 5 years' experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Observe patients' behavior, listen to their concerns, and record their condition
- Help with admitting and discharging patients
- Monitor patients' vital signs, such as their blood pressure
- Help patients with activities of daily living, including eating and bathing
- Assist in restraining patients who may become physically violent
- Share their observations with members of the treatment team, including the Unit Manager, Team Leader and/or other team members as appropriate
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
