Psych Tech - Labor Pool - Days - Float Pool
Core
Provides personal care and safety monitoring for patients in psychiatric and chemical dependency treatment.
Role type
Psychiatric Technician (Labor Pool/Float)
Builds
Patient care and safety support for psychiatric units
Domain
Healthcare / Behavioral Health
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
patient assessment, vital sign checks, mini-mental status exams, therapeutic activity leadership, safety observation, activities of daily living assistance
Preferred skills
behavioral health experience, high school diploma or GED
Technologies
None
Responsibilities
Assess and treat children, adolescents, and adults seeking psychiatric treatment; communicate patient needs to physicians; lead patients in therapeutic and recreational activities; monitor patients' physical and emotional wellbeing; observe patients for safety; assist patients with activities of daily living.