Psychiatric Technician - Adult Rehab-1

Carilion Services Inc

Roanoke, VA, US
Sign-on bonus: $5,000; base: not specified; benefi...
Onsite
Manage aggressive or combative behavior
Conduct 15-minute patient safety rounds
Assist with activities of daily living
The role involves ensuring the safety of adults and children with mental illness on an acute psychiatric unit while assisting with daily living activities

Job Summary

  • The role involves ensuring the safety of adults and children with mental illness on an acute psychiatric unit while assisting with daily living activities.
  • Employees are eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus and receive comprehensive medical, dental, vision benefits along with an employer-funded pension plan.
  • The position requires managing potential explosive situations and leading code secure activities to maintain a safe therapeutic environment.

Matching Summary

The role involves ensuring the safety of adults and children with mental illness on an acute psychiatric unit while assisting with daily living activities.

Salary

Sign-on Bonus: $5,000; Base: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Pension Plan, Paid Time Off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Manage aggressive or combative behavior
  • Conduct 15-minute patient safety rounds
  • Assist with activities of daily living
  • Lead code secure activities during crises
  • Perform EKGs and blood glucose testing

Nice-to-have

  • Strong communication skills for escalation
  • Ability to function with minimal supervision
  • Patient advocacy and cultural sensitivity
  • Team collaboration in multidisciplinary settings

Key Requirements

  • High school graduate or GED required
  • Valid Virginia State Drivers license required
  • De-escalation training within four months of hire
  • Must obtain AHA BLS-HCP certification
  • Experience managing patients with explosive potential

Work Rights

Not specified

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