Emergency Psychiatric Technician
$41,538–$60,507 year
On-siteRutland, Vermont, United States
Rutland, Vermont, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$41,538–$60,507 yearHigh School Or EquivalentLarge
Full TimeHigh School Or EquivalentLarge
Job Summary
Monitor psychiatric patients of all age groups in the Emergency Department to ensure a safe and secure environment, applying mitigating strategies for those with identified risks. Perform direct care under the supervision of clinical staff while engaging in general department functions to support overall operations. Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local statutes and regulations. Schedule includes evenings, nights, and weekends with a pay range of $19.97 to $29.09, plus competitive differentials. Requires BLS certification and patient de-escalation training within three months of hire.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- BLS Certification through American Heart Association
- Completion of endorsed patient/visitor de-escalation and restraint program certification
- Requires knowledge to comply with federal, state, and local statutes and regulations as they apply
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Basic computer skills to include Microsoft Office suite of programs
- Ability to utilize multiple internal and external communication modalities
- Excellent interpersonal and observations skills
- Able to identify and report patient care observations, deviations from patient's plan of care, and other pertinent information
- Able to remain calm and think and act effectively in high stress situations
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree or college level work in psychology or human services field preferred
- Prior Healthcare, Mental Health, Security, or Public Service experience preferred
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