Psychiatric Technician - Atrium Health Davidson Behavioral Health I/P Fraser Fir Unit PT Nights

Advocate Health • Davidson, NC

4d • $20 - $30

About The Position

The Psychiatric Technician works in the inpatient Fraser Fir unit at Atrium Health Davidson Behavioral Health. The role supports patient care through therapeutic interaction, observation and documentation of patient behavior, and participation in group and recreational activities. The position is part-time, scheduled for nights from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., for 24 hours per week. On-call duties may be requested by administration.

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 preferred.
• Relevant patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.

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 in changing workload.
• Respond to patients with empathy while maintaining their dignity and confidentiality.
• Participate in unit-based process improvement activities and committees.
• Perform on-call duties if requested by administration.
• Complete mandatory training as 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.
• Potential shift and on-call premium pay, incentive pay for select positions, and annual performance-based increases.

What This Job Offers

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