Virtual Hiring Event: Psychiatric Technician (Evenings)

Texas Children's; Houston (TX); Sur place; USD 32 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Texas Children's Hospital in Houston is seeking a Psychiatric Technician to provide safe, patient-centered care during evening shifts (3p-11p). The role includes direct observation and supporting the care team to maintain a secure environment for patients at risk of harm.

The position requires a HS Diploma or GED and at least 1 year in Behavioral Health; BLS certification is required, with a preference for a Bachelor's degree and pediatric behavioral health experience.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year experience in Behavioral Health in inpatient or outpatient setting required.
• BLS certification required.
• Bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, or related field preferred.
• Pediatric Behavioral Health experience preferred.
• Crisis Prevention certification preferred.

Responsabilités

• Provide direct continual observation of patients requiring special precautions to ensure a safe environment during hospital stay.
• Remain with the assigned patient at all times during their shift.
• Monitor for at-risk behavior and supervise for safety.
• Assist the nurse to maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Support implementation of individualized patient care plans.

Formation

HS Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Outils

BLS Certification

Crisis Prevention Certification (preferred)

Description du poste

We are searching for a Psychiatric Technician- someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will ensure the safety of patients at risk of harm to self or others, under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN) and Behavioral Health Support Team. Care will be delivered incorporating Family Centered Care in a cost-effective manner and is developmental and age-appropriate for the patient population.

We have the following shifts available:

Evenings 3p-11p (full and part time available)

Think you've got what it takes?

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED Required
• 1 Year experience with Behavioral Health in an inpatient or outpatient setting required
• BLS Certification (American Heart Associate Only) required
• Bachelor's Degree in psychology, Sociology, or other related degree preferred
• Pediatric Behavioral Health experience preferred
• Crisis Prevention certification preferred

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct continual observation of patients requiring special precautions to ensure a safe environment, risk of harm to self and others during their hospital stay
• Remain with the assigned patient at all times during their assigned shift
• Perform direct observation of the patient and monitors for at-risk behavior
• Monitor for sharps and other contraband that can cause harm to patient and others
• Assist the nurse in providing an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and employees
• Assist in implementation of individualized patient care plan
• Promote healthy coping through verbal support and implementation of behavior plan by the health care team
• Assist the patient care team through observation and communication about patients' status
• Maintain accountability for development of self
• Demonstrate commitment to team, flexibility, professional interpersonal communication, and customer service skills