Psychiatric Associate - Adult Inpatient Mental Health

Fairview Health Services; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Psychiatric Associate to join their Adult Inpatient Mental Health unit. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, focusing on patient care and therapeutic practices. The ideal candidate will engage in safety checks, assist in crisis situations, and support daily living routines for patients with thought disorders. With a commitment to professional growth, this position provides a chance to learn and develop in the mental health field. Join a team that values your contributions and offers a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PTO/Vacation

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Human Services.
• First aid and Basic Life Support certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety checks and respond to emergencies.
• Participate in treatment team collaboration and milieu management.
• Assist with daily living routines as per treatment plan.

Skills

Patient Care

Behavioral Health Knowledge

Communication Skills

Crisis Intervention

Education

Bachelor of Arts

Bachelor of Arts in Human Services Field

Job description

Job Overview

Looking to work in role that will make a difference in the community?

Fairview is looking for a Psychiatric Associate to join our outstanding Adult Inpatient Mental Health unit! The unit team consists of two attending psychiatrists, each with a team of residents and medical students that rotate; two case managers; one occupational therapists; RNs; psychiatric associates; and health unit coordinators.

Station 22 is a University of MN Psychiatry teaching unit and serves patients with primary thought disorders. Station 22 provides a unique work environment of collaborative teaching and learning that is exciting and allows for opportunities to learn and grow in this field. Unit has 16 beds.

This role is approved for 64 hours, every two weeks on the evening shift (3:00 pm to 11:30 pm), working 8-hour shifts and every other weekend with a variable schedule.

The Psychiatric Associate is responsible for the delivery of patient care and promotion of a therapeutic environment as delegated by and under the supervision of the Registered Nurse so that goals and objectives of treatment are achieved on each unit as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Conducts safety checks of patients through visual observation and documentation.
• Conducts room, belonging and unit searches.
• Responds and participates in de-escalation of patient including physical intervention as trained.
• Actively participates in milieu management with treatment team collaboration.
• Performs basic patient daily living routines and procedures according to treatment plan:
• Demonstrates knowledge of signs/symptoms of diagnoses and interventions.
• Conducts educational programming with individual and/or patient groups according to appropriate treatment plan.
• Responds to emergency situations as trained per policy.
• Participates in the treatment team’s mission, goals and plans:
• Acts as a member of the multi-disciplinary therapeutic team.
• Exhibits verbal communication in a timely, thorough, and professional manner.
• Possesses knowledge of current issues, changes and updates in Behavioral Services policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Arts
• First aid certification required through the American Heart Association if assigned to work on a chemical dependency unit.
• Basic Life Support (American Heart Assoc, Red Cross or MTN)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Arts in Human Services Field
• Experience working with behavioral patients

Benefit Overview

Fairview offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, PTO/vacation and Safe and Sick Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/benefits/localseiu

Compensation Disclaimer

The posted compensation range corresponds to the minimum and maximum pay rates outlined in your union agreement for the respective job classifications at the time of job posting. An individual's pay rate within this range may be influenced by various factors, including FTE, skills, knowledge, educational background, and qualifying experience as specified in the contract.

EEO Statement

EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status