Psychiatric Technician - Geriatric Psychiatry

Karmanos Cancer Institute; Michigan; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Karmanos Cancer Institute is seeking a dedicated therapeutic care provider to monitor and assist patients in a safe environment. This role involves working closely with patients under the supervision of an RN, contributing to their daily care, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. Ideal candidates will have experience in human services or a relevant degree and possess strong observational skills and compassion for patient care.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or relevant experience required.
• BLS certification valid for at least 60 days beyond start date.
• Preferred: Experience with mental illness or substance abuse.

Responsibilities

• Observes and records patient conditions and behaviors.
• Assists patients with daily living activities.
• Leads patients in therapeutic and recreational activities.

Skills

Compassionate support

Observational skills

Communication

Education

Associates degree in human services field or science

High school diploma with 3 years of direct patient care

BLS certification from AHA or equivalent

Job description

McLaren Health Care is a fully integrated health network committed to quality, evidence-based patient care with locations in Michigan and Indiana. The McLaren system includes 13 hospitals in Michigan, ambulatory surgery centers, imaging centers, a primary and specialty care physician network, commercial and Medicaid HMOs, home health, infusion and hospice providers, pharmacy services, a clinical laboratory network and a wholly owned medical malpractice insurance company. McLaren operates Michigan’s largest network of cancer centers and providers, anchored by the Karmanos Cancer Institute, one of only 53 National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer centers in the U.S.

Position Summary: Working under the direction of an RN and in compliance with the treatment plan, provides therapeutic care and monitors patients’ conditions. Assists patients in their daily activities and ensures a safe, clean environment.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Observes patients’ behavior, listen to their concerns, and records their condition, observations and services performed.
• Leads patients in therapeutic and recreational activities.
• Assists with admitting, transporting and discharging patients.
• Helps patients with activities of daily living, including eating and bathing.
• Restrains patients who may become physically violent.
• Delivers compassionate support, attention, and assistance to patients and families.
• Ensures compliance with all health care regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment and protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control, hazardous waste and other policies and protocols.
• Performs other related duties as required and directed.

Qualifications:

Required

• Associates degree in human services field or science, or;
• Student currently enrolled in an accredited Nursing Program who has completed mental health clinical rotation,or;
• High school diploma and completion of Behavioral Health training program through the US Armed Services or;
• High school diploma with three years providing direct patient care on an inpatientpsychiatricunit or residential setting, or;
• High school diploma with three years of relevant experience in human services (social services, law enforcement, community mental health,hospital, or criminal justice) or working as security officer in a hospital setting
• BLS certification from American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or Canadian equivalent, before start date and valid at least 60 days beyond start date.

Preferred

• Previous experience working with persons with mental illness or substance abuse disorders
• Bachelor’s degree in human services field or science

Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

We are committed to encouraging and sustaining a work environment free of unlawful harassment, discrimination, and/or retaliation. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s race, color, age, religion, sex/pregnancy (including pregnancy/childbirth or pregnancy/childbirth-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status prohibited by applicable laws. We also make good faith efforts to recruit, hire, and promote qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.

McLaren Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identification, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, genetic information, height or weight, protected veteran or other classification protected by law.

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McLaren Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identification, age, sex, marital status,national origin, disability, genetic information, height or weight, protected veteran or other classificationprotected by law.