Psychiatric Tech - Full Time - Emergency Services (Day Shift)

St. Tammany Health System; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA seeks a compassionate Psychiatric Technician to monitor patients’ physical and emotional well‑being and assist with nursing, psychiatric and personal care.

You will observe behavior, document conditions, support therapeutic activities, and collaborate with physicians, psychologists, and rehab staff to promote wellness and independence in a safe, respectful environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• CPI training within 3 months of hire.
• Current BLS certification through any ILCOR provider; course must include manikin check-off within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients' physical and emotional well-being.
• Provide nursing, psychiatric and personal care to patients.
• Observe and respond to patient behavior; document conditions.
• Assist physicians, psychologists, or rehab staff in treatment and rehabilitation.
• Encourage social and recreational activities to build skills and independence.
• Maintain patient safety and assist with daily living activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Observation

Patient care

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CPI training

BLS certification

Job description

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

Job Description And Position Requirements

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

Work Shift

7am-7pm

Summary of the Job

The Psychiatric Technician monitors patients’ physical and emotional well-being and reports unusual behavior or physical ailments to medical staff. They provide nursing, psychiatric and personal care to mentally ill, emotionally disturbed or developmentally disabled patients. Also, they observe and influence patients’ behavior, communicate and interact with them by teaching, counseling and befriending them. They are responsible to takes and record measures of patients’ physical condition, using devices such as thermometers and blood pressure gauges. They encourage patients to develop work skills and to participate in social, recreational, and other therapeutic activities that enhance interpersonal skills and develop social relationships. They collaborate with or assists physicians, psychologists, or rehabilitation therapists in working with mentally ill, emotionally disturbed, or developmentally disabled patients to treat, rehabilitate, and return patients to the community. They develop and teach strategies to promote client wellness and independence. The Psychiatric Technician restrains violent, potentially violent, or suicidal patients by verbal or physical means as required. They aid patients in performing tasks such as bathing and keeping beds, clothing and living areas clean.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• CPI training required (can be acquired within 3 months of hire).
• Current BLS certifications through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off (can be acquired within 3 months of hire).

Physical Demands

Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 20 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.

Physical Effort required

• Constant (67%-100%) - seeing
• Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling/feeling, talking and hearing
• Occasionally (1%-33%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), stooping and crouching

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.