Psychiatric Technician - Atrium Health Behavioral Health Charlotte ED/OBS PRN

American Addiction Centers•Charlotte, NC

1d•$20 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Psychiatric Technician - Atrium Health Behavioral Health Charlotte ED/OBS PRN position is a part-time role within the Emergency Department/Observation Unit. The technician will be responsible for observing and documenting patient behavior, interacting therapeutically with patients, and assisting in various therapeutic activities. This role requires flexibility, empathy, and a commitment to patient dignity and confidentiality. The position also involves participation in unit improvement activities and potential on-call duties.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Good therapeutic communication skills required.
CPI certification required within 90 days of hire date.
BLS required per policy guidelines.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Observes, reports, and documents signs and symptoms or changes in patient behavior to charge nurse.
Interacts with patients therapeutically.
Assists, initiates, and participates in social and recreational activities, group therapy, patient teaching groups, and other group activities.
Uses CPI techniques appropriately.
Makes rounds on assigned patients at least every half hour during shift.
Demonstrates flexibility in changing workload.
Responds to patients with empathy, maintaining their dignity and confidentiality.
Participates in unit-based process improvement activities.
Participates in unit-based committees.
May include on-call duties as requested by administration.
Completes all mandatory training as per facility policy.

Benefits

Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program