Psychiatric Technician - Atrium Health Union Emergency Department (ed) Ft Days

Atrium Health Union

Union, North Carolina, United States
Base: $19.80 - $29.70 ph; bonus/equity: premium py...
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Therapeutic communication with patients
Cpi behavior control techniques
Half-hour patient rounding schedule
** Atrium Health Union is seeking a full-time Psychiatric Technician for its Emergency Department in Union, North Carolina. The role involves providing therapeutic interactions with patients, observing and reporting changes in behavior, and participating in various group activities, with a focus on maintaining patient dignity and confidentiality. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves observing, reporting, and documenting signs of changes in patient behavior while interacting therapeutically.
  • Employees must utilize CPI techniques appropriately and make rounds on assigned patients at least every half hour during their shift.
  • Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of total rewards including health benefits, retirement plans, and educational assistance.

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** Atrium Health Union is seeking a full-time Psychiatric Technician for its Emergency Department in Union, North Carolina. The role involves providing therapeutic interactions with patients, observing and reporting changes in behavior, and participating in various group activities, with a focus on maintaining patient dignity and confidentiality. **

Salary

Base: $19.80 - $29.70 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Premium pay for shift and on-call duties; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and retirement match

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Therapeutic communication with patients
  • CPI behavior control techniques
  • Half-hour patient rounding schedule
  • Empathy and dignity maintenance
  • Documentation of symptoms and behavior

Nice-to-have

  • Flexibility in changing workload
  • Participation in process improvement
  • Experience in hospital settings
  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • Unit-based committee involvement

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • CPI certification required within 90 days
  • BLS certification required per policy
  • Relevant patient care experience preferred
  • Bachelor's degree preferred

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