Psychiatric Technician - Atrium Health Stanly Emergency Department (ED) PT Nights 7p-7a
Core
Observes, reports, and documents signs and symptoms or changes in patient behavior; interacts therapeutically; assists in social/recreational activities and group therapy.
Role type
Psychiatric Technician (PT)
Builds
Patient care and behavioral support in an Emergency Department
Domain
Healthcare / Mental Health
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
CPI techniques, BLS certification, therapeutic communication, patient observation, documentation, empathy, confidentiality
Preferred skills
Bachelor's degree, relevant hospital patient care experience
Technologies
None
Responsibilities
Observe and document patient behavior changes; interact therapeutically with patients; assist in group therapy and recreational activities; perform rounds every 30 minutes; respond to patients with empathy; participate in unit-based process improvement and committees.
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level