PRN Psychiatric Technician - Therapeutic Program Support

UC Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Health is seeking a PRN Psychiatric Therapeutic Program Worker (TPW) for the 6 Ridgeway Psychiatry unit at UC Medical Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. This role focuses on maintaining a therapeutic milieu for an older adult psychiatric population in a mixed geriatric unit and involves a broad range of clinical duties.

You will work under RN supervision, assist with phlebotomy, vital signs, daily living activities, and participate in group treatments, crisis management, and care coordination.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; college coursework preferred.
• STNA certification preferred or background in nursing/psychiatry/social work.
• At least six months direct patient care experience in psychiatric setting or relevant coursework.
• Specialized training in phlebotomy, vital signs, and ADL assistance preferred.
• NCI-APS certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a therapeutic milieu and a safe environment for all psychiatric patients on the unit.
• Perform duties under the direction of the Registered Nurse to ensure quality patient care.
• Engages in population appropriate communication.
• Identifies and responds to behavioral health needs and safety concerns.
• Co-lead treatment groups and coordinate social/therapeutic activities.
• Initiate basic psychiatric interventions and assist in crisis management as needed.
• Transport patients to X-ray, EEG, MRI, clinics, and other appointments.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and attend staff meetings.

Skills

Direct patient care

Psychiatric care

Communication with patients/families

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma/GED

STNA certification preferred

College coursework in nursing/psychiatry/social work

NCI-APS certification within 90 days

Tools

Phlebotomy

Vital signs

ADL assistance

Job description

UC Health is seeking a PRN Psychiatric Therapeutic Program Worker (TPW) for the 6 Ridgeway Psychiatry unit at UC Medical Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. This role focuses on maintaining a therapeutic milieu for an older adult psychiatric population in a mixed geriatric unit and involves a broad range of clinical duties.

You will work under RN supervision, assist with phlebotomy, vital signs, daily living activities, and participate in group treatments, crisis management, and care coordination.