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

Atrium Health Union

Base: $19.80 - $29.70; bonus/equity: shift + on-ca...
Full time (7a-7p)
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. The role involves observing and documenting patient behavior, engaging in therapeutic interactions, and participating in group activities while ensuring patient safety and dignity

Job Summary

  • The role involves observing, reporting, and documenting patient behavior changes while interacting therapeutically with individuals in the Emergency Department.
  • Employees must utilize CPI techniques for behavior control 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 programs.

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Atrium Health Union is seeking a full-time Psychiatric Technician for its Emergency Department. The role involves observing and documenting patient behavior, engaging in therapeutic interactions, and participating in group activities while ensuring patient safety and dignity.

Salary

Base: $19.80 - $29.70; Bonus/Equity: Shift and on-call premium pay available; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement match

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Therapeutic communication with patients
  • CPI behavior control techniques
  • Half-hour patient rounding schedule
  • Empathetic response to combative patients

Nice-to-have

  • Flexibility in changing workload demands
  • Participation in unit-based committees
  • Experience in hospital patient care settings

Key Requirements

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

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