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

Atrium Health Union

Union, North Carolina, United States
Base: $19.80 - $29.70; bonus/equity: shift + on-ca...
Not specified (assumed to be on-site due to patient care responsibilities)
Therapeutic communication with patients
Cpi behavior control techniques
Hourly patient rounding duties
Atrium Health Union is seeking a full-time Psychiatric Technician for its Emergency Department in Union, North Carolina. The role involves observing and documenting patient behavior, participating in therapeutic activities, and maintaining patient dignity while working in a potentially challenging environment

Job Summary

  • The role involves observing, reporting, and documenting signs of patient behavior changes while interacting therapeutically with individuals in the emergency department.
  • Employees must utilize CPI techniques for behavior control and conduct rounds on assigned patients at least every half hour during their shift.
  • Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of total rewards including competitive compensation, health benefits, retirement plans, and educational assistance programs.

Matching Summary

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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 observing and documenting patient behavior, participating in therapeutic activities, and maintaining patient dignity while working in a potentially challenging environment.

Salary

Base: $19.80 - $29.70; Bonus/Equity: Shift and on-call premium pay available; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement match, and paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Therapeutic communication with patients
  • CPI behavior control techniques
  • Hourly patient rounding duties
  • Documentation of symptoms and changes
  • Participation in group therapy activities

Nice-to-have

  • Flexibility in changing workload
  • Empathy and dignity maintenance
  • Unit-based process improvement participation
  • Experience in hospital settings

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Not specified

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