Psychiatric Tech I-CORHLT - F/T - 1200 Mental Hlth Infirmary

Job Number: 180098, Job Title: Psychiatric Tech I-CORHLT - F/T - 1200 Mental Hlth Infirmary, Salary: $22.29 - $26.60 Job Summary - CORRECTIONAL HEALTH The Psychiatric Technician I (Psych Tech I) supports care activities for patients with mental or behavioral health problems under the supervision of a registered nurse. The Psych Tech I works closely with the charge nurse and staff nurses to assure patient care and safety needs are met. The Psych Tech I is competent in medical and behavioral health terminology and possesses technical, communication, organizational, and computer skills. The Psych Tech I demonstrates personal and professional effectiveness. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required. Technical skills/training appropriate to the specialty area preferred. Licenses & Certifications Accredited Satori Alternatives to Managing Aggression (SAMA) certification required within 90 days of hire. Psychiatric Technician I certification preferred. Basic Life Support from a hospital-based American Heart Association (AHA) approved program. Other certificates as required by unit/service. Work Experience One (1) year related clinical experience preferred. Communication Skills Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact). Additional Proficiencies P.C. Job Attributes Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Analytical, Medical Terms. Work Schedule Weekends, Holidays, Flexible. Other Requirements Technical skill/training appropriate for the specialty area preferred. EKG and/or Phlebotomy competency validation required, as applicable to the specialty area within 6 months of hire. #J-18808-Ljbffr Direct Jobs