Psych Tech I- PRN, Days

Huntsville Hospital; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Decatur Morgan Hospital is seeking a Psych Tech II to assist in providing safe, therapeutic patient care under supervision across pediatric to geriatric age groups. You will help with daily activities, monitor vitals, and support the care team in a respectful, collaborative environment.

The role requires assisting with education sessions, documenting care, and maintaining certification in CPR and MOAB. A BS degree in psychology or social services is preferred.

Qualifications

• Uses common sense and skills to care for patients.
• Understands technical information applicable to job function.
• Responds quickly in emergencies with appropriate action.
• Communicates effectively with people.
• Manages shifting duties and priorities.
• Follows and/or gives precise instructions.
• Records and interprets information accurately.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision participates in designated education sessions with patients across ages (pediatric to geriatric).
• Provides basic patient care within policies and plan of care.
• Motivates patients to participate in daily living activities and unit programs.
• Reports patient changes, problems, complaints or requests promptly.
• Responds to patient requests and provides needed assistance in a timely manner.
• Documents observations and care provided in a clear, concise manner.
• Checks/rechecks vital signs and notifies nurses of out-of-range values.
• Assists with dietary needs and adheres to ordered diets.
• Understands skin care and uses appropriate cleansing products.
• Collects specimens with proper labeling and identification.
• Follows directions of licensed personnel and maintains a safe environment.
• Maintains CPR and MOAB certifications.

Education

BS in Psychology/Social Services

Job description

Demonstrates through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision and values. Under direct supervision utilizes knowledge and skills to assist in assigned direct patient care as appropriate to the patient’s physical and developmental age, maintaining a primary focus on a safe and therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision participates in designated education sessions with patients. Pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric.
• Provides basic patient care with minimal supervision within established policies and the assigned patient’s plan of care. Pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric.
• Motivates patients to participate in activities of daily living and unit program within their physical and mental capabilities. Pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric.
• Promptly reports patient changes, problems, complaints or requests to appropriate personnel.
• Promptly responds to patient’s request and provides needed assistance in a timely manner.
• Documents observations, interactions, care and treatment provided in clear and concise manner.
• Accurately checks/rechecks vital signs with notification of unit nurse for values outside designated ranges. Pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric.
• Monitors and assists patients with dietary needs, strives to ensure compliance with ordered diet. Pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric.
• Demonstrates an understanding of good skin care, using appropriate cleansing agents and other products. Pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric.
• Collects specimens as directed, ensures correct identification and labeling.
• Conducts and completes personal and belonging search following guidelines of procedure with accurate documentation, labeling of belongings, and indicated distribution and storage.
• Accurately follows directions of licensed personnel.
• Adheres to policies and procedure and demonstrates practices that ensure a safe environment for patients, visitors, co‑workers and self.
• CPR certification.
• MOAB certification.

Qualifications

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Experience Required:

• Uses common sense and special skills to care for patients.
• Understand technical information applicable to job function and caring for patients.
• Responds quickly in an emergency with appropriate action.
• Communicate with people.
• Changes from one duty to another frequently.
• Follows and/or gives precise instructions.
• Records and interprets information accurately.

Education

Psych Tech II- BS degree preferably in psychology or social services.

Experience

Health care experience is desirable.