Emergency Psychiatric Technician — Compassionate Care

aah; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking staff for the Charlotte area to provide patient-centered care in the Behavioral Health department. The role involves therapeutic interaction with patients, documenting changes, and assisting with group activities during a 36-hour week on the 1st shift (7a–7p).

Required are a high school diploma or GED, CPI certification within 90 days, and BLS certification. A Bachelor's degree is preferred, reflecting Advocates' commitment to quality care and safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• CPI certification required within 90 days of hire date.
• BLS certification required per policy.

Responsibilities

• Observes, reports, and documents signs and symptoms or changes in patient behavior to charge nurse.
• Interacts with patients therapeutically.
• Assists, initiates, and participates in social and recreational activities, group therapy, patient teaching groups, and other group activities.
• Uses CPI techniques appropriately.
• Makes rounds on assigned patients at least every half hour during shift.
• Participates in unit-based committees and improvement activities.

Skills

Therapeutic communication

Empathy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

CPI certification

BLS certification

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking staff for the Charlotte area to provide patient-centered care in the Behavioral Health department. The role involves therapeutic interaction with patients, documenting changes, and assisting with group activities during a 36-hour week on the 1st shift (7a–7p).

Required are a high school diploma or GED, CPI certification within 90 days, and BLS certification. A Bachelor's degree is preferred, reflecting Advocates' commitment to quality care and safety.