�Psychiatric Technician - Out Patient

Matrix Providers Inc; Canada; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider is hiring a Psychiatric Technician Out-Patient to provide care for military service members and their families at Travis Air Force Base, California. This full-time role requires a certificate from an accredited Psychiatric Technician Program and one year of experience. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, assisting in patient education, and participating in therapeutic activities. If you're passionate about supporting military families, consider joining this dedicated team.

Benefits

Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

401(k) Plan

Comprehensive insurance package

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Psychiatric Technician Program.
• One year of experience as a Psychiatric Technician after graduation.
• Basic Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct treatment and rehabilitation of patients.
• Observe and report patient's progress.
• Assist in group and individual counseling.

Skills

Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers

Patient Education

Mental Health Assessment

Group and Individual Counseling

Education

Certificate from accredited Psychiatric Technician Program

Job description

Career Opportunities with Matrix Providers

Matrix Providers is hiring a Psychiatric Technician Out-Patient to join our team of talented professionals who provide health care services to our Military Service Members and their families in at Travis Air Force Base, California.

Job Summary

• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Compensation: This is an hourly position, paid Bi-weekly
• Schedule: 12-hour Shifts 3-4 times per week Day Shift: 0645-1915 / Night Shift: 1845-0715
• Benefits: Competitive financial package with a comprehensive insurance package including health, dental, vision, and life coverage.
  • Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Holidays (Outlined in Handbook)
  • 401(k) Plan

Qualifications

• Degree/Education: Certificate. Graduation from an accredited Psychiatric Technician Program; or completion of an equivalent education and experience that meets the requirement of the American Association of Psychiatric Technicians or completion of education and experience as a behavioral science specialist/technician in the United States military and proof of having completed an Armed Forces course involving psychiatric technician training or civilian course from an accredited school in the care of behavioral health patients.
• Experience: One year of experience as a Psychiatric Technician after graduation.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association, or American Red Cross Healthcare Provider Course.

Core Job Duties

• Conduct or assist in treatment and rehabilitation of patients. Perform initial basic assessment procedures including standardized psychological testing, clinical interviewing, mental status examinations, substance abuse evaluations, and psychological and nursing assessment.
• Identify mental health and nursing diagnoses and provide patient education.
• Observe, monitor, record, and report patient's progress.
• Conduct or assist in conducting group and individual counseling, therapeutic community, and other related milieu activities.
• Institute precautionary measures to prevent patient injury or suicide.
• Assist patients with nutritional, hygiene, and comfort measures.
• Obtain and record vital signs.
• Coordinate with other agencies regarding specified care, treatment, prevention, rehabilitation, and administrative functions. Contact military and community agencies to obtain collateral information. Explain and interpret mental health services to patients or others.
• Assist in, or arrange patient referral to public, private, and military community agencies.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports pertaining to specialty services.
• Assist with care of individuals experiencing acute and post-traumatic stress reactions.
• Prepare and maintain treatment records.

We support our employees with an accessible dedicated representative to assist you throughout the duration of your contract. We firmly believe that a healthy work/life balance enables you to perform at your best. Our mission is to serve America’s military family by aligning exceptional healthcare workers like you with rewarding career opportunities.

Come home to Matrix.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Matrix Providers is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please see https://matrixproviders.com/accessibility-eeo-disclaimer.

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