Psychiatric Technician I - Flexible Weekend Schedule

Harris Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health's Psychiatric Technician I role supports care activities for patients with mental or behavioral health problems under the supervision of a registered nurse. The Psych Tech I collaborates with the charge nurse and staff nurses to ensure patient care and safety needs are met.

Minimum qualifications include a High School Diploma or equivalent, with Aggression Management certification within 90 days of hire and EKG/phlebotomy competency validation as applicable within 6 months.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Aggression Management certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Psychiatric Technician I certification preferred.
• One(1) year related clinical experience preferred.
• EKG and/or Phlebotomy competency validation required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• The Psychiatric Technician I (Psych Tech I) supports care activities for patients with mental or behavioral health problems under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• The Psych Tech I works closely with the charge nurse and staff nurses to assure patient care and safety needs are met.
• The Psych Tech I demonstrates personal and professional effectiveness, with competence in medical and behavioral health terminology.

Skills

Aggression management

Verbal communication

Medical terminology

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Harris Health's Psychiatric Technician I role supports care activities for patients with mental or behavioral health problems under the supervision of a registered nurse. The Psych Tech I collaborates with the charge nurse and staff nurses to ensure patient care and safety needs are met.

Minimum qualifications include a High School Diploma or equivalent, with Aggression Management certification within 90 days of hire and EKG/phlebotomy competency validation as applicable within 6 months.