Psychiatric Technician - Atrium Health Charlotte Behavioral Health I/P Psychiatric Adolescent 2 East Unit FT Evenings

Advocate Health•Charlotte, NC

4d•$20 - $30

About The Position

The Psychiatric Technician works in an inpatient adolescent psychiatric unit at Atrium Health Charlotte Behavioral Health. The role supports patients through therapeutic interaction, observation and documentation, participation in group and recreational activities, and use of appropriate CPI techniques. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, with a 3 p.m.–11 p.m. schedule. The work takes place in a patient-care environment that may include patients who are combative or self-destructive.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Good therapeutic communication skills.
CPI certification within 90 days of hire.
BLS certification as required by policy guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree.
Relevant patient care experience in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

Observe, report, and document signs, symptoms, or changes in patient behavior to the charge nurse.
Interact therapeutically with patients.
Assist with, initiate, and participate in social and recreational activities, group therapy, patient teaching groups, and other group activities.
Use CPI techniques appropriately.
Make rounds on assigned patients at least every half hour during the shift.
Demonstrate flexibility as workload changes.
Respond to patients with empathy while maintaining their dignity and confidentiality.
Participate in unit-based process improvement activities and committees.
Perform on-call duties when requested by administration.
Complete all mandatory training required by facility policy.

Benefits

Paid time off programs.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
Educational assistance program.
Shift and on-call premium pay, where applicable.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual performance-based increases.
Career development programs.