Psychiatric Technician - Atrium Health Behavioral Health Charlotte Psychiatric Services Adolescent Ft Evenings

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Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
Base: $19.80 - $29.70 ph; bonus/equity: premium py...
Therapeutic patient interaction
Behavior observation and documentation
Participation in group therapy activities
The Psychiatric Technician supports nursing staff by observing and reporting patient behavior changes and participating in therapeutic activities

Job Summary

  • The Psychiatric Technician supports nursing staff by observing and reporting patient behavior changes and participating in therapeutic activities.
  • Advocate Health offers comprehensive benefits including competitive compensation, paid time off, health and welfare benefits, retirement plans, and educational assistance.
  • Advocate Health is a leading nonprofit integrated health system recognized nationally for clinical innovation and providing equitable care across multiple states.

Matching Summary

The Psychiatric Technician supports nursing staff by observing and reporting patient behavior changes and participating in therapeutic activities.

Salary

Base: $19.80 - $29.70 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Premium pay for shifts and on-call; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits and retirement offerings

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Therapeutic patient interaction
  • Behavior observation and documentation
  • Participation in group therapy activities
  • Use of CPI techniques
  • Working with combative patients
  • Walking and standing for long periods

Nice-to-have

  • Flexibility in workload
  • Empathy and patient dignity maintenance
  • Participation in process improvement
  • Team collaboration in committees

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • CPI certification within 90 days
  • BLS certification per policy
  • Relevant hospital patient care experience preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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