Nightshift Psychiatric Tech: Geriatric Behavioral Health

Novant Health; Thomasville (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health in Thomasville, North Carolina, is seeking a Psychiatric Tech to support care for psychiatric patients from young adults through geriatrics during night shifts (7pm-7am). You will work under the direction of a Registered Nurse in the Geriatric Psych - Behavioral Health department at Thomasville Medical Center.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, with a preferred 4-year degree; CNAs preferred; NC-specific training for restrictive interventions within 3 months; and the

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED, required. 4 Year / Bachelors Degree, preferred.
• Experience: One year, preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: NC state approved curricula for restrictive interventions (facility specific) within 3 months of hire for Emergency Departments and Behavioral Health units, required. CNAI in NC, preferred.
• Additional Skills (preferred): Ability to perform all MOAB physical holds. Ability to care for Behavioral Health and Substance Abuse age specific patients within facility.

Responsibilities

• Assists with care of psychiatric patients from young adults to geriatrics under RN supervision.

Skills

MOAB holds

Age-specific care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Novant Health in Thomasville, North Carolina, is seeking a Psychiatric Tech to support care for psychiatric patients from young adults through geriatrics during night shifts (7pm-7am). You will work under the direction of a Registered Nurse in the Geriatric Psych - Behavioral Health department at Thomasville Medical Center.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, with a preferred 4-year degree; CNAs preferred; NC-specific training for restrictive interventions within 3 months; and the