Day Shift Adult Psychiatric Technician – Patient Care

University of Maryland Medical System; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland Medical System's Pediatric Psychiatry unit in downtown Baltimore is seeking a Psychiatric Technician to join a Magnet-designated academic medical center. You will work under supervision to provide delegated medical and mental health care to patients with psychiatric and substance use disorders, supporting a therapeutic milieu.

This full-time day shift (7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., 3x per week) emphasizes patient safety, observation, basic care, crisis de-escalation, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• GNA or CNA certification required for employees hired after 7/1/20.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic psychiatric interventions as outlined by the treatment plan.
• Assist with milieu management and de-escalation to maintain safety.
• Conduct patient observation rounds and document observations.

Skills

Effective communication

Patient care

Crisis de-escalation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

GNA or CNA certification

CPR certification

Job description

The University of Maryland Medical System's Pediatric Psychiatry unit in downtown Baltimore is seeking a Psychiatric Technician to join a Magnet-designated academic medical center. You will work under supervision to provide delegated medical and mental health care to patients with psychiatric and substance use disorders, supporting a therapeutic milieu.

This full-time day shift (7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., 3x per week) emphasizes patient safety, observation, basic care, crisis de-escalation, and