Crisis Care Psychiatric Technician - Emergency Dept

UC Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Health is hiring a Psych Tech-Psychiatric Therapeutic Program Worker (TPW) for the Psychiatric Emergency Services at UC Medical Center in Cincinnati, OH. The role supports clinical teams, helps maintain a therapeutic milieu, and collaborates with nurses to ensure safe, compassionate care in a high-acuity psychiatric setting.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, family involvement in treatment planning, monitoring safety, and assisting with vital signs, phlebotomy, and daily

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; coursework preferred.
• Certification in psychiatric care or related area is a plus.
• Experience with patient care in a psychiatric setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engages in population appropriate communication.
• Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment.
• Involves family/guardian in assessment and care planning.
• Identifies physical limitations and deploys needed interventions.
• Maintains therapeutic milieu and safe environment on unit.
• Performs routine nursing support tasks under RN supervision.
• Co-leads treatment groups and facilitates activities.
• Assists with transportation to clinical appointments.

Skills

Communication

Patient care

Psychiatric care

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma/GED

NCI-APS Certification

Job description

UC Health is hiring a Psych Tech-Psychiatric Therapeutic Program Worker (TPW) for the Psychiatric Emergency Services at UC Medical Center in Cincinnati, OH. The role supports clinical teams, helps maintain a therapeutic milieu, and collaborates with nurses to ensure safe, compassionate care in a high-acuity psychiatric setting.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, family involvement in treatment planning, monitoring safety, and assisting with vital signs, phlebotomy, and daily