TECHNICIAN PSYCHIATRIC II

Montefiore Health System • New York, NY

98d • $28

About The Position

The Psychiatric Technician II plays a critical role in providing exceptional care and services to our psychiatric patients as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Under the direction of the registered Nurse (RN) and/or Physician, the Psychiatric Technician II participates in crisis and de-escalation interventions, therapeutic observations, patient supervision, and other behavioral health-related duties. Duties include the implementation of seclusion/restraints for patients deemed in need of these interventions. Additionally, they ensure the maintenance of a safe, clean, and functional environment for patients, assist with dietary aspects of care, answer phones, transport patients, and provide support to visitors.

Requirements

• A High School diploma or G.E.D Required
• Two years of full-time experience in nursing or psychiatric/behavioral health care in a high volume, intensive care environment Required
• Certified to perform vital signs, phlebotomy, EKGs and blood glucose monitoring Required
• Successful completion of an appropriate training program in the application and use of restraints and seclusion Required
• BLS certification Required

Responsibilities

• Participate in crisis and de-escalation interventions.
• Conduct therapeutic observations and patient supervision.
• Implement seclusion/restraints for patients as needed.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and functional environment for patients.
• Assist with dietary aspects of care.
• Answer phones and transport patients.
• Provide support to visitors.

Benefits

• Assortment of insurance products and discount programs through Voluntary Benefits
• Comprehensive benefits available to associates when joining the team

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees