Psychiatric Technician - Older Adult Inpatient

Hartford Healthcare • Hartford, CT

12h

About The Position

The Psychiatric Technician works with the Older Adult Inpatient population at the Institute of Living. Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager and in accordance with departmental policies and procedures, the technician assists nurses in observing and monitoring patients’ behavior and physical condition. The role includes basic patient care, such as helping patients with personal hygiene and other daily living activities as delegated and in accordance with nursing care plans. The technician establishes therapeutic relationships, encourages participation in recreational and other therapeutic activities, and helps maintain a safe, therapeutic environment.

Requirements

• High school graduate.
• Strong communication skills.
• Successful completion of CPR training within 3 months of hire.
• Successful completion of crisis intervention training within 3 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a psychiatric-mental health setting or a medical-surgical health care setting is preferred.
• For work with a specialty population such as geriatrics, previous experience with that population is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist nurses in observing and monitoring patients’ behavior and physical condition.
• Perform basic patient care tasks, including assisting patients with personal hygiene and daily living activities as delegated and in accordance with nursing care plans and policies.
• Establish therapeutic relationships with patients.
• Encourage patients’ participation in recreational and other therapeutic activities.
• Assist in maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment.

Benefits

• Medical and dental benefits.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Generous paid time off, accruing from the date of hire.
• Additional voluntary benefits.
• Employee discount programs.

What This Job Offers

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