psychiatric aide

Northern Light Health

<div>Northern Light Acadia Hospital Bangor, ME 
 
Department: Psychiatric Unit
Position is located: Acadia
Work Type: Full Time 
 
Hours Per Week: 36.00
Work Schedule: 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
Summary:
A Psychiatric Technician I is an integral part of the inter-disciplinary team. The Psychiatric Technician I will draw upon knowledge and skills to respond to current milieu and individualized patient needs. He/she will collaborate with the rest of the team to tailor interventions to meet individualized patient care needs.
Responsibilities :
<ul><li>Carries out daily patient assignment and assists other staff members as needed.
</li><li>Responds to patient call for assistance.
</li><li>Understands needs of patient to complete ADL's and assists as needed, per scope of practice.
</li><li>Monitors patient intake of food and fluids; assists and feeds as needed; recognizes dietary concerns and reports to charge nurse.
</li><li>Understands needs of patient regarding admission, discharge and transfer. Assists as needed.
</li><li>Accompanies patients both on and off grounds for appointments and therapeutic activities.
</li><li>Accurately documents patient care as described in the policy and procedure for nursing documentation.
</li><li>Encourages and facilitates patient participation in all appropriate milieu activities.
</li><li>Recognizes changes in patient status and reports to charge nurse.
</li><li>Co-facilitates groups with other nursing staff for 1st 90 days; facilitates nursing groups after 90 days.
</li><li>Attends report at change of shift as assigned. Provides relevant information to team members.
</li><li>Attends team meetings when assigned.
</li><li>Establishes therapeutic rapport and maintains appropriate boundaries with patients.
</li><li>Recognizes age related needs and provides patient care accordingly.
</li></ul>Other Information:
Competencies and Skills 
 
<ul><li>Demonstrates Emotional Intelligence: Exhibits a high level of self-awareness, self-management, other awareness and relationship management. Conducts themselves in an empathic, appropriate way, with a sense of humor and stimulates a collaborative work environment. Is respectful of the attitudes, feelings, or circumstances of others and aware of the influence of their own behavior on them. Is aware of relevant social, political, system, and professional trends and developments and uses this information for the organization's benefit.
</li><li>Effectively Communicates: Listens, speaks and writes appropriately, using clear language. Communication methods are fitting to the message(s), audience, and situation and follow-ups are regular and timely. Shows that important (non-) verbal information is absorbed and understood and asks further questions to clarify when necessary. Expresses ideas and views clearly to others and has ability to adjust use of language to the audiences' level.
</li><li>Word processing, spreadsheets, data entry, database experience and other computer related skills.
</li><li>Provides Patient-Centered Care: Demonstrates understanding of patient care quality and service as organizational priority. Proactively supports change to improve patient experience and results. Exhibits the ability and willingness to find out what the patient wants and needs and to act accordingly, taking the organizational and outside resources into account. Cooperates, collaborates, communicates, and integrates care within and between teams to ensure that care is continuous and reliable.
</li><li>Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust: Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct. Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will, when and how they say they will, or communicates an alternate plan.
</li><li>Cultivates Respect: Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences, and contributes to a culture of belonging, empowerment, and cooperation.
</li><li>Fosters Accountability: Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable for processes, results and behaviors. Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved.
</li><li>Practices Compassion: Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others.
</li></ul>Education 
 
<ul><li>Required High School Diploma/General Educational Development (GED)
</li></ul>Working Conditions
<ul><li>Potential exposure to abusive and/or aggressive people.
</li><li>Work with computers, typing, reading or writing.
</li><li>Extend body and limbs to reach items.
</li><li>Prolonged periods of sitting.
</li><li>Prolonged periods of standing.
</li>Prolonged periods of walking. 
<li>
</li></ul> 
 
 
Northern Light Acadia Hospital is regional psychiatric hospital in Bangor, Maine, providing acute mental health care and telehealth psychiatry across the state. As the behavioral health member of Northern Light Health, Acadia Hospital offers specialized care through programs like Behavioral Home Health, integrated behavioral health in primary care settings, and a geriatric Mood and Memory clinic that participates in clinical trials for new Alzheimer&rsquo;s treatments. Northern Light Acadia Healthcare, a subsidiary of the hospital, delivers outpatient services including substance use disorder treatment and case management. Through these programs, we serve patients from every part of Maine.
We are a member of Northern Light Health, an integrated statewide health delivery system that is raising the bar with no-nonsense solutions that are leading the way to a healthier future for our state . Northern Light Health offers a broad range of services, including nine hospitals, primary care and specialty physician practices, long-term care, home health and hospice agencies, and emergency ground and air transport.
Bangor, Maine is a vibrant small city with easy access to Maine&rsquo;s spectacular coast, mountains, and lakes. Schools rank among New England&rsquo;s best with the flagship campus of the University of Maine located in the neighboring town of Orono. Bangor serves as the regional hub for medicine, the arts, and commerce. Bangor International Airport offers direct and one-stop service to most major destinations. 
 
Questions? Contact Talent Acquisition:
 
phone: 207-973-7100
 
email: talentacquisition@northernlight.org 
 
 
 
 
Bangor, Maine, Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Addiction, Adult and Ped</div>

Psychiatric Technician I - Psychiatric Unit

Denton County MHMR Center

<div>General Description
The Psychiatric Clinic Assistant (PCA) works under the leadership of the Clinic Support Supervisor and within federal, state, and local guidelines. The PCA performs entry-level to routine habilitative and rehabilitative patient care services work. Work involves providing health and personal care services to patients; observing, reporting, and documenting patient conditions and behaviors; and intervening in medical and/or psychiatric emergencies.
The PCA works collaboratively with Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, Front Desk, and other center staff to coordinate services provided to clients in the MH Psychiatric clinic.
Works under close supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Education, Training, and Experience
<ul><li>High school diploma or equivalent required.</li>
<li>Six (6) months prior experience in a clinical setting and Mental Health experience preferred.</li>
</ul>
Registration, Certification, Licensure, and Other Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Must have and maintain a background and criminal history free from any disqualifying offenses as outlined by the Texas Administrative Code (TAC) and the Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC).</li>
<li>Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and automobile insurance.
</li></ul>o Individuals with an out-of-state driver's license must be able to obtain a driver's license in the state of Texas within thirty (30) days.
 <ul><li>Successful completion of all position-specific training within thirty (30) days of employment is required.</li></ul>

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
<ul><li> Knowledge of patient care techniques and of treatment, therapy, and developmental programs.</li><li>
 Skill in the use of computers and applicable computer software, including Microsoft Office and electronic health records.</li><li>
 Ability to provide patient care, administer first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and to perform PMAB.</li><li>
 Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, and treat all individuals served and staff with respect.</li><li>
 Ability to work at the Denton Outpatient Clinic, Flower Mound Outpatient Clinic, Crisis Outpatient Clinic, or Morse Outpatient Clinic..</li><li>
 Ability to display regular and reliable (in-person, if required) attendance.
</li><li> Understanding and practice of Trauma Informed Care principles.</li></ul>
Essential Duties

The following list outlines key responsibilities for the position; however, it is not exhaustive and does not encompass all responsibilities. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

1. Ensures that clients are seen in the psychiatric clinic for scheduled and standby appointments in a timely manner by working closely with the Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, Case Managers, and Front Desk Staff.

o Answers phone or instant message notifications from front desk staff communicating client's arrival.

o Maintains provider's schedule highlighting clients who have arrived, didn't show, who canceled, or are late.

o Communicates with provider regarding client status, such as when they are checked in, if they are with a case manager, etc.

o Communicates with provider and nursing staff about availability to add client to the schedule.

o Follows up on requests from provider to locate client information, such as hospital discharge paperwork or medication lists.

o Contacts case managers, nurses, or other staff for assistance or information as directed by the provider.

o Follow clinic procedures for contacting clients who missed their provider appointments.
2. Prepares provider schedules and clients' documents for the physicians or nurse practitioners on a daily basis. Ensures the documentation is completed accurately according to DCMHMR's policies and procedures.

o Prepares the provider's schedule by notating clients' preferred names and pronouns, dates of birth, any Prescription Assistance Program (PAP) meds that may be at the clinic, center paperwork that may be expiring soon or expired (such as TRR and CCA), any clinic paperwork that needs to be updated (such as medication consents, standing lab orders, etc) and any other relevant information.

o Ensures client documents are available for provider, such as previous provider note, crisis screenings, hospital discharge paperwork, CRU paperwork, intake assessment, and lab results.

3. Educates clients on clinic guidelines, including but not limited to contacting the nurse line, lab work, ordering refills, and the crisis line.

o Educates clients using clinic guidelines handout on how to contact nurse, schedule appointments, CPL lab facilities with fasting rules, ordering refills and crisis line.

4. Checks each client in and out of the Psychiatric Clinic following clinic procedures.
o Checks vital signs as delegated by a doctor or nurse, per protocol and documents promptly in clients' records.
o Promptly reports any vital signs to the Nurse in Charge (NIC) or desginee that are out of normal range.

o Completes PHQ-9 or other questionnaires and enters in clients' records promptly.
o Ensures client paperwork is filed out completely by the client, such as Med Profile Updates, and assists with completion if needed.

o Communicates with provider regarding client status, such as if check in is delayed due to client needing assistance with paperwork.

o Coordinates with remote providers and sets clients up in telepsych rooms for their appointments.

o Upon completion of telepsych appointments, escorts clients from telepsych room to lobby when notified by provider.

o Obtains client signatures on medication consents, release of information forms (consents), and other forms as needed as directed by the provider.

o Enters lab orders into the lab web portal as directed by the provider and prints to the front desk printer to be given to client

5. Cleans check in/telepsych rooms and shuts down telepsych computers at the end of the day as assigned.

6. Processes labs and other documents from assigned providers' folders in a timely manner.

o Mails abnormal lab letters and lab results to clients as directed, and documents in clients' records.

o Mails missed appointment letters to clients who miss provider appointments within two business days.

o Sends completed/signed documents to medical records to be filed on a daily basis and removes from the providers folders according to clinic procedures.

o Coordinates with provider to remove or organize other files as needed.

7. Processes prior authorization requests for prescription coverage as assigned in a timely manner.

o Initiates prior authorization request for medication phone, fax, or online within one business day when assigned.

o Reports coverage determination results to pharmacy and client in timely manner.
o Documents prior authorization requests and responses in clients' records.

o Processes appeals requests within two business days.

o Contacts supervisors and/or providers for assistance and clarification when needed.

8. Completes audits and reports as assigned, which may include but not limited to:

o PCA chart audits

o Clozaril audit

o No show letter audit

9. Perform additional duties as deemed necessary by supervisor within designated timeframes. These duties may include:

o Answers Eval Phone as assigned and accurately schedules client evaluation appointments following clinic procedures.
o Processes Clozaril labs.

o Assists providers in filling out forms or drafting letters for clients and ensures appropriate consents are on file.
o Documents calls from the nurse line and returns call or refers to the appropriate staff in a timely manner.

o Observes self-medication as assigned (must complete training and be signed off by Director of Nursing or designee).

10. Provides emergency intervention when necessary, according to Department of Human Services (DHS) and Center Policies and Procedures.
o Provides verbal Prevention Management of Aggressive Behavior (PMAB) intervention correctly when necessary.
o Provides Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) in an emergency until other medical aid arrives.
o Provides emergency and non-emergency first aid until professional aid arrives or as directed by a licensed medical professional.

o Provides emergency and non-emergency first aid effectively until first responders arrive.

o Provides Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation CPR in an emergency until other medical aid arrives.

o Provides verbal prevention management of aggressive behavior when necessary and does so effectively.

11. Participates in the Center's Zero Suicide Initiative.

o Supports individuals experiencing a crisis by promptly connecting them with appropriate Center programs, such as the Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT), Psychiatric Triage, Crisis Prevention services, and/or other applicable resources. Ensures seamless coordination to facilitate timely intervention.

o Remains with individuals, when deemed safe, to provide support and maintain a calm environment until specialized crisis staff or emergency personnel arrive to take over intervention efforts. Adheres to safety protocols to prevent escalation of the crisis situation.

o Participates in debriefing sessions with the immediate supervisor or designated staff following a crisis event. Collaborates with the team to review the incident, identify lessons learned, and ensure all HHSC guidelines and Center policies are followed.

12. Completes all center required trainings in a timely manner.</div>

Psychiatric Clinic Assistant

UofL Health

<div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">Primary Location:
</h1>Peace - Louisville
<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">Address:
</h1>2020 Newburg Rd.&amp;#xa;Louisville, KY 40205&amp;#xa;
<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">Shift:
</h1>Rotating (United States of America)
<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Description Summary:
</h1>UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.
 
With more than 12,000 team members&mdash;physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals&mdash;UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.
<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Description:
</h1>The Mental Health Tech (MHT) participates in the delivery of patient care to the psychiatric patient in crisis, under the supervision of an RN. The MHT will assist in providing, monitoring, and maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment. Other responsibilities include specimen collection, activities of daily living, behavioral management, crisis intervention, and implementation of patient treatment in accordance with physician orders, RN directives, hospital and unit specific policies and procedures, and defined standards of patient care and clinical practice. The MHT provides clinical patient care support in a caring, safe, and efficient manner, under the direction of an RN. In collaboration with patients and families (as defined by the patient) the MHT is responsible for the care of the patient.
Essential Functions:
<ul><li>Monitors and maintains the therapeutic environment
</li><li>Participates in identification, management, and stabilization of crisis situations
</li><li>Transports patients and remains with them for the duration of any tests performed Accompanies patients, and waits with them when appropriate, to their discharge transportation (personal vehicle, cab, etc.)
</li><li>Assists with physical examination, safety and contraband searches, transferring, and discharging patients and assists in the implementation and documentation of seclusion and restraint usage
</li><li>Performs vital signs and oxygen saturation monitoring, phlebotomy and point-of-care testing and documents, as needed
</li><li>Assists other members of the nursing care team and/or other disciplines
</li></ul><ul><li>Performs delegated and ancillary basic nursing skills, including activities of daily living, monitoring of patient condition, body mechanics, providing nutritional support and other activities as appropriate to clinical service, in accordance with hospital standards, nursing standards of care, and policies and procedures
</li><li>Performs functional assignments per unit standards of care, including such activities as patient admission and discharge procedures, unit environmental organizational tasks, and others as appropriate to service
</li>Cross-trains and provides staffing support to the alternate psychiatric units, as needed 
<li>
</li></ul>Other Functions:
<ul><li>Performs clerical duties
</li><li>Demonstrates appropriate emergency and patient safety procedures, including management of safety devices and equipment to maintain a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with hospital standards
</li><li>Participates in department-based activities and initiatives to improve and ensure a safe environment
</li><li>Participates in training, development and continuing education activities to improve role functioning
</li><li>Participates in performance improvement activities; quality improvement and patient safety activities; assists in maintaining compliance with Joint Commission accreditation and other internal and external regulatory standards including the code of conduct
</li><li>Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
</li><li>Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned
</li></ul><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">Additional Job Description:
</h1>Education:
<ul><li>High School diploma or GED/ equivalent (required)
</li><li>College Course work in social and health sciences (preferred)
</li></ul>Experience:
<ul><li>One (1) year of inpatient or emergency psychiatry or related experience (preferred)
</li></ul><ul><li>Completion of a recognized Clinical Assistant, Medical Assistant or EMT Training Program (preferred)
</li><li>Nursing students who have completed Fundamental of Nursing School (preferred)
</li></ul>Licensure:
<ul><li>Transport MHTs must maintain a valid driver&rsquo;s license (required for Transport roles)
</li></ul>Certification:
<ul><li>CPR accredited by the American Heart Association for Healthcare Providers (required)
</li><li>Must obtain and maintain certification through completion of an organizationally endorsed crisis intervention training program as determined by the facility (required)</li></ul></div>

Mental Health Tech, Peace Hospital, 3S Adolescent Psych, PRN

Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center

<div>Responsibilities:
<div>
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation&rsquo;s largest and most respected health care management companies operating through its subsidiary acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, and ambulatory centers nationwide. Founded in 1978, UHS subsidiaries now have more than 90,000 employees. The UHS business strategy is to build or purchase health care properties in rapidly growing markets and create a strong franchise based on exceptional service and effective cost control. Our success comes from a responsive management style and a service philosophy based on integrity, competence, and compassion.</div><div> 
</div><div>One of the nation&rsquo;s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, our annual revenues were $10.77 billion in 2018. In 2020, UHS was again recognized as one of the World&rsquo;s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in 2019, ranked #293 on the Fortune 500; and in 2017, listed #275 in Forbes inaugural ranking of America&rsquo;s Top 500 Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has more than 87,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, 327 behavioral health facilities, 40 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 37 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.</div><div></div><div> 
Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center is a 118 bed Acute Psychiatric Hospital and Residential Treatment Center for children and adolescents ages four through eighteen. The 55,000 square foot facility is situated on approximately 10 acres in the southeast corner of Alabama, less than 20 miles from both Florida and Georgia. In addition to the living units, the facility houses the New Day Academy; a state-supported year-round K-12th grade school with vocational opportunities. The hospital employs approximately 195 staff members.</div><div></div><div> 
Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center is seeking Mental Health Technicians. Mental Health Technicians provide direct patient care to patients with psychiatric disorders in a manner that considers safety, patients&rsquo; rights, comfort and the therapeutic environment.</div><div></div><div> 
MUST BE AT LEAST 21 YEARS OF AGE TO APPLY.</div><div> 
</div><div>Benefits include:</div><ul><li>
Challenging and rewarding work environment</li><li>
Competitive Compensation &amp; Generous Paid Time Off</li><li>
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans</li><li><div>
401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan</div></li></ul> 
<div></div>
Qualifications:
<ul><li>High School Diploma or equivalent required; associates or bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a mental health, psychology, or related field preferred</li><li>
One to two years experience in facilitating groups 
with variety of developmental ages (Child, adolescent, adult and 
geriatric).</li></ul><div></div> 
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
Notice
At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, let us know by contacting us at: https://uhs.alertline.com or 1-800-852-3449.<ul><li> 
UHS is a registered trademark of UHS of Delaware, Inc., the management company for Universal Health Services, Inc. and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. Universal Health Services, Inc. is a holding company and operates through its subsidiaries including its management company, UHS of Delaware, Inc. All healthcare and management operations are conducted by subsidiaries of Universal Health Services, Inc. To the extent any reference to &quot;UHS or UHS facilities&quot; on this website including any statements, articles or other publications contained herein relates to our healthcare or management operations it is referring to Universal Health Services' subsidiaries including UHS of Delaware. Further, the terms &quot;we,&quot; &quot;us,&quot; &quot;our&quot; or &quot;the company&quot; in such context similarly refer to the operations of Universal Health Services' subsidiaries including UHS of Delaware. Any employment referenced in this website is not with Universal Health Services, Inc. but solely with one of its subsidiaries including but not limited to UHS of Delaware, Inc.
</li></ul>UHS is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at UHS via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of UHS. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by UHS as a result of the referral or through other means.</div>

MENTAL HEALTH TECH NIGHTS 8P-8A

MENTAL HEALTH TECH DAYS 8A-8P

Cayuga Health, A Member of Centralus Health

<div>
 When two established local health systems unite as one collaborative network, healthcare becomes so much more. Centralus Health, an affiliation of Arnot Health and Cayuga Health, is focused on our region's changing needs and your wellbeing. More than a group of experienced caregivers, Centralus Health is a partnership of advocates who strive to eliminate barriers to better health, innovating and evolving services in our communities for enhanced holistic care close to home. Beyond clinical outcomes, it's strengthening community connections and setting a higher standard for quality that's exceptionally personal.
 
 
 
 Centralus Health is central to wellness-for all of us.
 
 
 
 Psychiatric Technicians care for severely developmentally disabled patients, those undergoing drug and alcohol rehabilitation, and patients with illnesses causing disorientation or uncooperative behaviors. They work as part of a medical team under nurses' direction, collaborating with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals.
 
 
 
 Roles And Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Observe patients' behavior, listen to their concerns, and record their condition
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 Help with admitting and discharging patients
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 Monitor patients' vital signs, such as their blood pressure
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 Help patients with activities of daily living, including eating and bathing
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 Assist in restraining patients who may become physically violent
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 Share their observations with members of the treatment team, including the Unit Manager, Team Leader and/or other team members as appropriate
 
 
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 Required Skills And Experience
 
 
 
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 Associate's degree in Psychology OR Equivalent Experience
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 Successful completion of TCI within three (3) months of hire
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 BLS certification required- will be provided if needed
 
 
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 Preferred Skills And Experience
 
 
 
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 Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field
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 3 years' experience in a mental health field
 
 
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 Physical Requirements
 
 
 
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 Audio and visual acuity and physical dexterity to interact appropriately with patients, peers, staff, and outside customers/agencies
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 Ability to do long periods of standing, walking, bending, and stretching, and ability to change body position and motion quickly
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 Ability to lift and assist in lifting, utilizing appropriate body mechanics, without weight restriction
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 Ability to participate as a member of the team trained to physically subdue and restrain violent persons of all sizes and strength. This activity includes, but is not limited to lifting, holding, straining, and running.
 
 
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 Location and Travel Requirements:
 
 
 
 
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 Location: Onsite at Cayuga Medical Center - 101 Dates Drive Ithaca NY 14850
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 Shift: 37.5 hours per week, 7pm to 7am, rotating weekends and holidays
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 0% Travel can be expected in this role
 
 
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 Pay Range Disclosure
 
 
 
 
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 Standard Rate of $20.64 - $27.30 per hour plus benefits
 
 
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 Centralus Health and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.
 
 
 We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.
 
 
 If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Centralus Health Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@cayugahealth.org.
 
 
 I certify that the information contained in this application is correct and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification or omission of information may disqualify me from further consideration for employment or, if hired, may result in termination. In consideration for my employment, I agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the company, which rules may be changed, withdrawn, added, or interpreted at any time, at the company's sole option and without prior notice to me.
 
 
 I understand that any hiring decision is contingent upon my successful completion of all of the Company's lawful pre-employment/post-offer checks, which may include a background check, drug screen, employment references, and licensing review. If I am made a conditional offer of employment, I agree to execute any consent forms necessary for the Company to conduct its lawful pre-employment/post-offer checks. Such checks will not be conducted until allowed under applicable federal, state, and local law. I understand if I have a criminal background, it will not automatically disqualify me from employment unless otherwise required by law. I agree to execute any consent forms necessary for the Company to conduct its lawful pre-employment checks.
 
 
 I also understand that the Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has a drug and alcohol testing program consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. I understand that after a conditional offer of employment, I must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment.
 
 
 
 
 Job Posted by ApplicantPro
 
 
</div>

Psychiatric Technician- Cayuga Medical Center Behavioral Services- Full Time- Nights

Cypress Creek Hospital

<div>Responsibilities:

Cypress Creek Hospital is a free-standing 128-bed, acute care psychiatric hospital located in north Houston, TX, and minutes south of The Woodlands. Cypress Creek Hospital features individual units for adolescents and adults and offers inpatient acute care, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs. On average, over 10,000 patients receive care from our compassionate health care team each year at Cypress Creek Hospital. We are comprised of a tenured dedicated team of Psychiatrists, Nurses, Social Workers, Mental Health Technicians and Support Staff where delivering compassionate care is our mission.
<div>To learn more about Cypress Creek Hospital visit our website at: www.cypresscreekhospital.com</div> 
We currently have opportunities for Full Time Mental Health Technicians - Varied Shifts
Working under the direction of a RN, the Mental Health Technician functions as an active part of the treatment team and provides continuous care ensuring the safety of our patients. Daily responsibilities include (not limited to): accurately administer and record vital signs; observe, assess, and document patient&rsquo;s appearance, behavior, or ability to work towards treatment plan goals; effectively and professionally communicate with clinical team, staff, patients, and customers.<div>
Job Duties/Responsibilities:</div><ul><li>
Identify patients&rsquo; problems, needs, and strengths; provides verbal input into the development of treatment plan goals and interventions.</li><li>
Communicate regularly with the Charge Nurse regarding patient care concerns and carries out corrective actions.</li><li>
Ensure that interventions are based on familiarity with patient history, assessment, and treatment plans.</li><li>
Observe patients for changes that require immediate intervention and take appropriate action; continually assess behaviors that indicate changes in the patient behavior; adheres to guidelines for patients on special status i.e., suicide, sexual, assaultive behaviors, or AWOL precautions.</li><li>
Assist patients with activities of daily living such as room cleaning, grooming, etc. and assists with preparation for discharge.</li><li>
Maintain professional boundaries in relationships with patients.</li><li>
Assist patients in following community rules and guidelines and in forming positive peer relationships.</li><li>
Communicates with patients and families in a manner which projects empathy, helpfulness, and desire to positively impact patient&rsquo;s treatment.</li><li>
Provide accurate information on shift-to-shift report and remains on the unit while incoming shift is in report.</li><li>
Maintain patient, program, department, and related documentations ensuring that documentation is timely, accurate and legible.</li><li>
Ensure patient location log, 1:1, and status-based check sheets are completed on a continuous basis.</li><li>
Understand and implements appropriate action to avoid power struggles with patients; work as an effective team member to establish a milieu which minimizes the occurrence of aggressive behavior.</li><li>
Maintains a safe, orderly, and therapeutic physical environment for patients.</li><li>
Attends mandatory staff meetings.</li><li>
Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul> 
Benefit Highlights:<ul><li>
Challenging and rewarding work environment</li><li>
Competitive Compensation &amp; Generous Paid Time Off</li><li>
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans</li><li>
401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan</li><li>
SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program</li><li>
Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!</li><li>
Tuition Assistance
</li><li>More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com.</li></ul><div></div><div> 
About Universal Health Services
</div><div>One of the nation&rsquo;s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $14.3 billion in 2023. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World&rsquo;s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America&rsquo;s Largest Public Companies.</div><div>
Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 96,700 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com</div>
Qualifications:<div></div><div> 
Mental Health Technician (MHT) Job Requirements:</div><ul><li>
High School or GED diploma, bachelor&rsquo;s degree in psychology or related field preferred.</li><li>
Two (2) years related experience in a mental health role or a combination of education and experience totaling a minimum of two (2) years.</li><li>
We will provide training for caring, compassionate, and interested hires.</li></ul><div></div> 
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 
We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success. 
Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams 
At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. 
If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.</div>

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