Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Technician — Day Shift

Montefiore Health System; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,652 - 50,777; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in New York is seeking a Psychiatry Technician to join their Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health Unit. In this role, you will provide direct patient care, engage young patients in therapeutic activities, and perform essential clinical tasks including phlebotomy and vital signs monitoring. Candidates must have a high school diploma or G.E.D. and two years of experience in a relevant setting. Competitive hourly pay and a supportive work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Two years of full-time experience in nursing or psychiatric/behavioral health care.
• Successful completion of a training program in use of restraints and seclusion.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care and clinical support under registered nurses' guidance.
• Maintain a safe environment and engage patients in therapeutic activities.
• Perform clinical tasks including phlebotomy, EKGs, and point-of-care testing.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical support

Therapeutic engagement

Vital signs monitoring

Phlebotomy

EKG

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Graduate of State Certified PCT/PCA program

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

A healthcare facility in New York is seeking a Psychiatry Technician to join their Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health Unit. In this role, you will provide direct patient care, engage young patients in therapeutic activities, and perform essential clinical tasks including phlebotomy and vital signs monitoring. Candidates must have a high school diploma or G.E.D. and two years of experience in a relevant setting. Competitive hourly pay and a supportive work environment are offered.