TECHNICIAN PSYCHIATRIC II

The Psychiatric Technician II as member of the interdisciplinary team, plays a critical role in providing exceptional care and services to our psychiatric patients. Under the direction of the registered Nurse (RN) and/or Physician, the Psychiatric Technician II participates in crisis and de-escalation interventions, therapeutic observations, patient supervision, and other behavioral health-related duties.

In this capacity, the Psychiatric Technician II, duties include the implementation of seclusion/restraints for patients deemed in need of theses interventions. Additionally, they ensure the maintenance of a safe, clean, and functional environment for patients, assist with dietary aspects of care, answer phones, transport patients, and provide support to visitors.

Qualifications

• A High School diploma or G.E.D Required
• Two years of full-time experience in nursing or psychiatric/behavioral health care in a high volume, intensive care environment Required
• Certified to perform vital signs, phlebotomy, EKGs and blood glucose monitoring Required
• Successful completion of an appropriate training program in the application and use of restraints and seclusion Required
• BLS certification Required

Department: Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Bargaining Unit: 1199 Campus: WAKEFIELD Employment Status: Per Diem Address: 600 East 233rd Street, Bronx

Shift: Evening Scheduled Hours: 4 PM-12 AM Req ID: 216669Salary Range/Pay Rate:$26.49

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