Introduction
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Overview
We are pleased to offer an exciting career opportunity to join our esteemed team at Montefiore Wakefield Campus, a Magnet designated hospital recognized for its excellence in patient care. Our Psychiatric department is currently seeking a highly skilled Psychiatric Technician II to support our high-quality patient care team.
Responsibilities
The Psychiatric Technician II as a 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 these 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.
Requirements
- 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
