Psychiatric Technician: Patient Care & Milieu Support

Mountain View Hospital; Alabama; On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Mountain View Hospital is seeking a Psychiatric Technician to support patient care across the Child & Adolescent Acute Care Unit, Adult Acute Care Unit, Residential Unit, and Outpatient Unit. The role involves assisting RNs, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining a therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, vital signs, meals, and coordinating with nursing staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; valid driver's license; experience with psychiatric patients preferred.
• Must be able to perform physically demanding tasks (lift up to 70 pounds) and work with proper safety procedures.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and in collaboration with other staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist the LPN and RN in the overall management of the milieu.
• Provide care to patients prioritizing safety, rights, comfort and therapeutic environment.
• Observe patients and notify nursing staff when needed.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and direct physical care as directed.
• Collect vital signs, height, weight, and specimens as directed.
• Assist with meals and record intake.
• Assist with patient outings outside the hospital as directed.
• Serve as a role model for patients and co-workers.
• Assist with seclusion/physical restraints under RN supervision.
• Follow policies on contraband, sharps, and safety procedures.
• Complete daily tasks promptly and help co-workers as needed.

Skills

High school diploma or GED

Driver's license

Experience with psychiatric patients

Job description

Mountain View Hospital is seeking a Psychiatric Technician to support patient care across the Child & Adolescent Acute Care Unit, Adult Acute Care Unit, Residential Unit, and Outpatient Unit. The role involves assisting RNs, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining a therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, vital signs, meals, and coordinating with nursing staff.