Psychiatric Technician I - Eating Disorders
Core
Provides direct patient care, assists with daily living, and supports behavioral health patients in an eating disorders unit.
Role type
entry-level psychiatric technician (eating disorders)
Builds
therapeutic environment and patient safety protocols
Domain
healthcare + behavioral health
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
patient monitoring, vital signs measurement, dietary assistance, mobility support, documentation, confidentiality, safety protocol adherence
Preferred skills
ability to remain calm under pressure, trust-building with patients, group therapy assistance
Technologies
none
Responsibilities
Monitor and document patient location and behavior; assist with personal hygiene and mobility; monitor food and fluid intake; assist with group therapy; maintain unit environment; report changes in vital signs to nursing staff; accompany patients on outings; complete admission documentation.
Seniority
entry-level, supervised IC