Psychiatric Technician, 5 Ridgeway, Part Time, 12 Hour AM-AFSCME

UC Health, LLC in; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare team as a part-time Psychiatric Technician at UC Medical Center. This role involves providing care for psychiatric patients, engaging in therapeutic activities, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure a safe environment. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and a passion for mental health care.

Benefits

Clinical ladder program for advancement

Monetary benefits for career development

Qualifications

• Six months of direct patient care experience in a psychiatric setting.
• STNA certification preferred or coursework in nursing/psychiatry/social work.

Responsibilities

• Engaging in population-appropriate communication.
• Performing clinical duties such as vital signs and phlebotomy.
• Leading treatment groups and organizing therapeutic activities.

Skills

Communication

Patient Care

Team Collaboration

Education

High School diploma/GED

Relevant college coursework

Tools

Phlebotomy

EKG

Job description

Psychiatric Technician, 5 Ridgeway, Part Time, 12 Hour AM-AFSCME (Finance)

Location: UC Medical Center

Department: Psychiatry-5 Ridgeway

Hours: Part Time 24 hrs/week

Shift: 12 hr Day 7a-7p

UC Health is hiring a part-time psychiatric technician for the 5 Ridgeway Psychiatry unit at UC Medical Center.

This is a 20-bed inpatient unit providing psychiatric treatment for adult patients aged 18 and older.

About University of Cincinnati Medical Center

As part of UC Health's Clifton Campus, we serve Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky with nearly 200 years of history. Our clinicians utilize advanced medical knowledge and technology to provide specialized care, conduct groundbreaking research, and house Greater Cincinnati's only Level I adult trauma center.

Unit Details

• Exposure to a variety of behavioral health diagnoses.
• Opportunity to gain experience with psychiatric emergency services.
• Clinical ladder program offering advancement opportunities with monetary benefits and career development.

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma/GED; relevant college coursework preferred.
• STNA certification preferred or coursework in nursing/psychiatry/social work.
• Six months of direct patient care experience in a psychiatric setting or equivalent coursework.
• Preferred: Specialized training in phlebotomy, vital signs, and assistance with activities of daily living.

Position Details

Hours: Part Time 24 hrs/week

Shift: 12 hr Day

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About UC Health

UC Health is an integrated academic health system partnering with the University of Cincinnati, providing comprehensive care, research, and education. Our locations include UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, and others, recognized for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction.

Role Description

The Psychiatric Therapeutic Program Worker (TPW) collaborates with the healthcare team to maintain a therapeutic and safe environment for psychiatric patients. Responsibilities include:

• Engaging in population-appropriate communication and understanding growth milestones.
• Providing clear treatment instructions and involving families in care.
• Identifying physical limitations and behavioral health issues, responding appropriately.
• Performing treatments, administering medication, and operating equipment safely.
• Recognizing signs of abuse or neglect.
• Establishing a therapeutic milieu, monitoring safety, managing patient behavior, and preparing rooms.
• Performing clinical duties such as vital signs, phlebotomy, EKG, and assisting with daily activities.
• Leading treatment groups and organizing therapeutic activities.
• Participating in quality improvement and staff training activities.
• Transporting patients for appointments.