Psychiatric Technician
Core
Provide basic care, medication administration, and behavioral observation for patients with mental or emotional disorders.
Role type
Psychiatric Technician
Builds
Therapeutic milieu and patient care plans
Domain
Mental health / Clinical care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Medication administration, patient care (bathing, grooming, feeding), vital signs monitoring, emergency response, therapeutic activity facilitation, daily living skills training, behavior documentation, emotional support
Preferred skills
Mental health setting experience, understanding of mental health conditions
Technologies
None
Responsibilities
Administer medications, assist with daily living skills, observe and document patient behavior, respond to emergencies, maintain safe environment, participate in treatment planning, educate patients and families
Seniority
Entry-level, hands-on IC