psychiatric technician

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<div>Psychiatric Technician<ul><li>
Location: Rochester, New York</li><li> 
Pay Rate: $31.49/hour</li><li> 
Estimated Weekly Gross: $1,511.52</li><li> 
Shift: Rotating Day/Evening/Night</li><li> 
Hours: 12-hour shifts, 4 days per week (48 hrs)</li><li> 
Weekend Requirement: Weekends and holidays per unit needs, includes on-call and callback</li><li> 
Contract Duration: 13 weeks</li></ul> 
Requirements:<ul><li>
Minimum 2 years of recent psychiatric or behavioral health experience</li><li> 
BLS certification (American Heart Association) required</li><li> 
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Psychology or Sociology required</li><li>Note: Travel per diems will follow GSA guidelines to ensure compliance.</li></ul>
Please apply today! 
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Psychiatric Technician

CenExel Clinical Research

<div>CenExel is a leading nationwide clinical research site and patient network serving the life sciences industry. Leading in CNS and early phase studies, our 18 science-led Centers of Excellence deliver the right patients, at the right time, in the right place. Recently acquired by BayPine Capital Partners, our research sites provide unparalleled medical and scientific support in the design and execution of clinical trials. Our world-class PIs, advanced patient engagement strategies, premium data analytics, and integrated operations optimize every step of the clinical trial process. 
 
Along with an exceptional work environment that promotes teamwork, positive leadership, and optimal work-life balance, CenExel Clinical Research also provides highly competitive compensation and a generous benefits package to full time employees after 30 days of employment including Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, LTD, STD, Life Ins, and 401k.

Job Summary:
With moderate oversight the Psychiatric Technician I position interacts directly with psychiatric patients participating in clinical trials. The psychiatric technician demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development appropriate to adults with psychiatric disorders and has basic competency in applying these principles when providing individualized care for specific research subjects.

Schedule: Full-Time (3:00 PM - 11:30 PM) + working every other weekend (Required)

Compensation: $20.00 - $22.00/hr (Depending on education, experience, and skillset)

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:
<ul>
<li>Presents an understanding of components of care and how the role of psychiatric technician fits into the delivery of services.</li>
<li>Observes and reports personality and/or behavior changes in subjects to the charge person or charge nurse.</li>
<li>Completes responsibilities as delegated by the charge person or charge nurse for the shift.</li>
<li>Interacts closely with clients to assist them in problem solving and to de-escalate subjects who become upset or belligerent.</li>
<li>Assists with completing a group activity during each shift worked.</li>
<li>Communicates appropriately with subjects while assisting them with ADL&rsquo;s, supplying them with cigarette breaks as allowed in the protocol.</li>
<li>Provides the subjects with meals and snacks as allowed in the study, ensuring subjects adhere to the protocol specific dietary and smoking restrictions.</li>
<li>Assist the subjects with meal prep, meal ordering, meal choices, and delivers meals depending on location.</li>
<li>Assists subjects with laundry and housekeeping tasks as needed.</li>
<li>Assists with nightly room and equipment checks.</li>
<li>Assists with dispensing medications (if properly certified) as instructed by MD or Medication Administration Record. Communicates with MD in person or over the phone to receive PRN or STAT medication changes as needed for subjects.</li>
<li>Supports and ensures strictest adherence to best practices, FDA Code of Federal Regulations, ICH (International Conference on Harmonization), GCP (Good Clinical Practices), CenExel standard operating procedures, site working Practices, protocol, and company guidelines and policies.</li>
<li>Assumes other duties and responsibilities as assigned. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and are not to be considered as all inclusive.</li>
</ul>
Education/Experience/Skills:
<ul>
<li>Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.</li>
<li>1 - 2 years experience working with the persons with major mental illnesses (schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression) as a psych tech in inpatient/acute care settings is preferred.</li>
<li>High School graduate or equivalent.</li>
<li>Prior medical experience is preferred but not required.</li>
<li>Must maintain professional boundaries with subjects.</li>
</ul>
Working Conditions
<div><ul><li>Indoor, Clinic environment.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Essential physical requirements include sitting, typing, standing, and walking.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Lightly active position, occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Reporting to work, as scheduled, is essential.</li></ul>
<ul><li>On-site work arrangement.</li></ul>
</div>
CenExel Clinical Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or status.
Equal Opportunity Employer 
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.</div>

Psychiatric Care Tech - Clinical Research

<div>CenExel is a leading nationwide clinical research site and patient network serving the life sciences industry. Leading in CNS and early phase studies, our 18 science-led Centers of Excellence deliver the right patients, at the right time, in the right place. Recently acquired by BayPine Capital Partners, our research sites provide unparalleled medical and scientific support in the design and execution of clinical trials. Our world-class PIs, advanced patient engagement strategies, premium data analytics, and integrated operations optimize every step of the clinical trial process. 

Job Summary:
With moderate oversight the Psychiatric Technician I PRN position interacts directly with psychiatric patients participating in clinical trials. The psychiatric technician demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development appropriate to adults with psychiatric disorders and has basic competency in applying these principles when providing individualized care for specific research subjects.

Schedule: PRN, needed weekdays from 3:00 pm to 11:30 PM and weekends as needed

Compensation: $19.08 - $23.18/hr (Depending on education, experience, and skillset)

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:
<ul>
<li>Presents an understanding of components of care and how the role of psychiatric technician fits into the delivery of services.</li>
<li>Observes and reports personality and/or behavior changes in subjects to the charge person or charge nurse.</li>
<li>Completes responsibilities as delegated by the charge person or charge nurse for the shift.</li>
<li>Interacts closely with clients to assist them in problem solving and to de-escalate subjects who become upset or belligerent.</li>
<li>Assists with completing a group activity during each shift worked.</li>
<li>Communicates appropriately with subjects while assisting them with ADL&rsquo;s, supplying them with cigarette breaks as allowed in the protocol.</li>
<li>Provides the subjects with meals and snacks as allowed in the study, ensuring subjects adhere to the protocol specific dietary and smoking restrictions.</li>
<li>Assist the subjects with meal prep, meal ordering, meal choices, and delivers meals depending on location.</li>
<li>Assists subjects with laundry and housekeeping tasks as needed.</li>
<li>Assists with nightly room and equipment checks.</li>
<li>Assists with dispensing medications (if properly certified) as instructed by MD or Medication Administration Record. Communicates with MD in person or over the phone to receive PRN or STAT medication changes as needed for subjects.</li>
<li>Supports and ensures strictest adherence to best practices, FDA Code of Federal Regulations, ICH (International Conference on Harmonization), GCP (Good Clinical Practices), CenExel standard operating procedures, site working Practices, protocol, and company guidelines and policies.</li>
<li>Assumes other duties and responsibilities as assigned. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and are not to be considered as all inclusive.</li>
</ul>
Education/Experience/Skills:
<ul>
<li>Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.</li>
<li>1 - 2 years experience working with the persons with major mental illnesses (schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression) as a psych tech in inpatient/acute care settings is preferred.</li>
<li>High School graduate or equivalent.</li>
<li>Prior medical experience is preferred but not required.</li>
<li>Must maintain professional boundaries with subjects.</li>
</ul>
Working Conditions
<div><ul><li>Indoor, Clinic environment.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Essential physical requirements include sitting, typing, standing, and walking.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Lightly active position, occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Reporting to work, as scheduled, is essential.</li></ul>
<ul><li>On-site work arrangement.</li></ul>
</div>
CenExel Clinical Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or status.
Equal Opportunity Employer 
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.</div>

Patient Care Tech - Per Diem - Clinical Research

Segal Institute for Clinical Research

The Mental Health Technician (MHT) at Segal Trials plays a vital role in overall maintenance of a therapeutic environment and ensures the safety of participants and staff on the research unit.DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Ensures that clinical research and related activities are performed in accordance with Federal Regulatory guidelines and sponsor policies.</li><li>Develops a thorough working knowledge of all protocols assigned/delegated so that all study activities are completed accurately and completely.</li><li>Performs safety rounds at determined intervals while documenting findings.</li><li>Oversees general milieu while promoting a safe environment.</li><li>Incorporates non-violent crisis intervention de-escalation techniques to effectively manage the agitated Subject.</li><li>Understands and honors the established research unit rules, regulations, and Policy &amp; Procedures.</li><li>Answers telephone and communicates with other disciplines and facilities, including the coordination of patient transfers from community physicians/healthcare facilities.</li><li>Provides 1:1 observation for patients at risk of self-harm.</li><li>Charts patient observations, following delegated procedures and standards</li><li>Assists nursing with research study procedures including dosing, post dose monitoring and any study assessments as delegated by the research team.</li><li>Assists with any urgent/emergent issues on the unit</li></ul>Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.REQUIREMENTS:&middot; High School Diploma &middot; 2+ years of relevant work experience working in an inpatient setting. &middot; Certification in Behavioral Health Technician (CBHT) preferred. &middot; Proficiency in English required. &middot; Proficiency in English and Spanish preferred.Who We Are?Segal Trials, founded in 1998, is a privately held network of five research sites throughout South Florida, conducting phase I-IV research trials with a primary emphasis on psychiatry, neurology, addiction, insomnia, general medicine, vaccinations and more. With a team of over 150 professionals, Segal Trials remains agile and competitive.Segal Trials is regarded as an innovator and a leader in the advancement of medicine with a strong dedication to the community it serves by spreading awareness about clinical trials as a potential care option.Why Segal Trials?When working at Segal Trials, you will be surrounded by passion, diversity, and likeminded individuals who are striving in the pursuit of excellence. We will foster your continued success and you will begin making a difference on your very first day!For more information, visit www.segaltrials.comPay: Up to $20.00 per hourMedical Specialty:<ul><li>Addiction Medicine</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Behavioral health: 2 years (Preferred)</li></ul>License/Certification:<ul><li>Driver's License (Preferred)</li><li>Certified Behavioral Health Technician (Preferred)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Part-Time Mental Health Technician (Friday & Saturday 8AM-8PM)

Mindful Health Solutions

<div>About Mindful Health Solutions:
Mindful Health Solutions is a leading outpatient psychiatry group dedicated to helping patients heal and thrive. We are transforming outpatient mental healthcare by providing advanced, evidence-based interventional treatments, including Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), Esketamine therapy, and IV Ketamine Infusion Therapy. TMS is an effective, non-invasive, FDA-cleared treatment for drug-resistant depression. Esketamine is an FDA-approved prescription nasal spray for patients with treatment-resistant depression. Our IV Ketamine Infusion Therapy, an innovative treatment that helps stimulate new neural connections, restore balance in mood regulation, and provide rapid relief. Guided by nationally recognized clinical experts, we offer compassionate, comprehensive mental healthcare. Our clinics are designed to provide patients, practitioners, and employees with a modern, relaxed, and people-centered experience. 
About the role:
Working in a high-volume medical office, the Patient Care Technician provides friendly customer service while administering interventional mental health treatments that can include Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), Esketamine and IV Ketamine therapies. In addition, Patient Care Technicians are responsible for contributing to all administrative aspects of the practice, including but not limited to scheduling, insurance verification, collections management and patient check in/check out.
Benefits<ul><li>
Company-paid training and certification in TMS and Esketamine administration (training and certification must be successfully completed within 3 months of hire date).</li><li>
No weekends</li><li>
7 paid holidays + 1 Float Holiday per year.</li><li>
Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual structure.</li><li>
Employee Benefits available to Full-Time team members.</li><li>
Hands-on patient care with no exposure to needles or blood.</li></ul>
Responsibilities<ul><li>
Ensure compliance with HIPAA and confidentiality regulations.</li><li>
Provide compassionate patient care, building trust and rapport, especially with patients facing mental health challenges like depression and anxiety.</li><li>
Perform TMS treatments following physician protocols; setup, monitor, and document sessions to optimize patient comfort and treatment efficacy.</li><li>
Address and resolve issues related to patient comfort, coil contact, and TMS system setup during treatments.</li><li>
Administer psychiatric rating scales and provide guidance to patients on completing them accurately.</li><li>
Maintain accurate schedules, patient demographics, and insurance information.</li><li>
Collect deductibles, co-insurance, and co-pays from patients.</li><li>
Manage multiple phone lines and respond to email inquiries from current and prospective patients promptly.</li><li>
Scan medical documents and ensure the integrity of records in Electronic Medical Records software.</li></ul>
Qualifications<ul><li>
Deliver exceptional customer service to prospective patients, ensuring a superior experience. Strong customer service acumen and a confident phone presence are essential.</li><li>
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; must be maintained throughout employment.</li><li>
Excel in multitasking with meticulous attention to detail, consistently bringing tasks to successful completion.</li><li>
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, coupled with robust computer and data entry skills, is mandatory.</li><li>
Demonstrate outstanding written, verbal, and organizational abilities.</li><li>
Foster excellent communication and collaborate effectively within a team environment.</li><li>
Engage professionally with current and potential patients, clinic staff, physicians, and support departments.</li><li>
Uphold office standards for professional appearance and conduct, with a keen focus on patient confidentiality and sound judgment.</li><li>
Preferably hold an Associate&rsquo;s or Bachelor&rsquo;s degree; however, candidates with experience in patient care, medical offices, or customer service will receive strong consideration.</li></ul>
Pay range: $22.00 to $24.00 per hour. This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law. The employee may be eligible for bonuses and other forms of compensation. 
The pay range for this role is: 
22 - 24 USD per hour(Oakland)</div>

Patient Care Technician

Miravista Behavioral Health Center

<div>Join us as a Every Other Weekend Evening Mental Health Counselor!
New Competitive Rates!
Part Time 8-hours Days Every Other Weekend (Saturday and Sunday) including holiday rotation
As a Mental Health Counselor for TaraVista in Devens, Massachusetts, you&rsquo;ll bring your experience and knowledge where your voice matters. A Mental Health Counselor is an integral part of our multidisciplinary treatment team. You will provide direct care and support not only to our patients but also their families and make decisions that impact the lives of your peers, your patients, and your community. In exchange, we will care for you as much as you care for our patients. As a Mental Health Counselor, you will maintain a safe therapeutic milieu on inpatient psychiatric units. You will also conduct safety checks, monitor patients, assist with ADL&rsquo;s, de-escalate acute situations, and provide supportive interactions with patients.
As a Mental Health Counselor, you will:
<ul><li>Conduct patient observation and rounds.</li>
<li>Assists staff with patient care while following treatment plans.</li>
<li>Observe and monitor patient&rsquo;s progress and reports observations to staff.</li>
<li>Develop a therapeutic relationship with patients while maintaining professional boundaries.</li>
<li>Assist patients with activities of daily living skills, as necessary.</li>
<li>Provide appropriate supervision of patients&rsquo; activities.</li>
<li>Responsible for safety monitoring of patients of the unit.</li>
<li>Process admissions belongings.</li>
<li>Complete documentation in the EMR system.</li>
<li>Facilitate patient groups.</li>
<li>Work collaboratively with the Interdisciplinary Team</li>
</ul>
Mental Health Counselor candidates will have the following:
<ul><li>High School Diploma. Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in psychology or human services field preferred.</li>
<li>Previous PCT/PCA, CNA or Medical Assistant experience required.</li>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree may be considered in lieu of experience.</li>
<li>Effective oral and written communication skills; ability to develop a therapeutic relationship while maintaining professional boundaries.</li>
<li>Previous experience in psychiatric or substance inpatient, restraint reduction de-escalation, and crisis intervention is preferred.</li>
</ul>
When you join the growing TaraVista team, you're not just taking a job, you&rsquo;re making a difference in people&rsquo;s lives. As our team member, you&rsquo;ll receive:
<ul><li>Medical, Dental, and Vision</li>
<li>401(k) match</li>
<li>Employer paid short term disability (STD)</li>
<li>Employer paid life and AD&amp;D Insurance</li>
<li>Generous Paid Time Off</li>
<li>Flexible Spending Account</li>
<li>Tuition Reimbursement</li>
</ul>
Pay Range
Compensation will be determined based on the candidate&rsquo;s relevant experience.
$20.11 - $24.00
TaraVista is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.</div>

Mental Health Counselor Adult Inpatient Psych 8hr every other Weekends Evenings

Genesis HealthCare System

<div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">GENESIS HEALTHCARE SYSTEM</h1> 
In order to fill our Mission of serving our community by helping each person achieve optimal health and well-being by providing compassionate, exceptional, and affordable healthcare services, all employees of Genesis HealthCare System must be committed to living the Genesis Mission and Genesis values of Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, Team, and Innovation. All employees must regard themselves as an &lsquo;owner&rsquo; of Genesis and keep our patients at the center of everything we do - always.<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Position Details:</h2>
Work Shift:
Varied Shift (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
0
Department:
Psychiatric Unit
Overview of Position:
Under the delegation and supervision of the registered nurse, the multi-skilled technician will administer basic, direct and/or indirect patient care and perform various procedures and related services necessary to the care and needs of patients/customers. Performs clerical duties and other department functions as directed
ESSENTIAL DUTIES 
1. Ability to accurately take and record measurements or readings. 
2. Ability to provide customer service in a warm and friendly manner. 
3. Provide patient care, under the direction of an RN, in a warm and friendly manner. 
4. Work collaboratively with other caregivers on the unit.
QUALIFICATIONS 
1. High school graduate or equivalency required. 
2. Valid CPR certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment. 
3. Must have some prior patient care/health care experience. 
4. Knowledge of medical terminology. 
5. Ability to read, write and explain or describe information to patients/customers and hospital staff. 
6. Attention to detail.<div>
PATIENT CENTERED CARE &amp; BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS 
1. Living the Genesis Mission, Vision and Values 
<ul><li>Performs work in a manner that is quality focused.</li><li>Treats patients, co-workers, visitors and volunteers with courtesy, compassion, empathy and respect.</li><li>Results oriented and focused on achievement of objectives.</li><li>Acknowledges and responds to the diversity of people and the situation.</li><li>Encourages peers (others) to be owners of change.</li><li>Always makes the effort to anticipate and exceed customer needs and expectations.</li><li>Possesses the ability to engage others with patience and understanding.</li><li>Acts in a manner that creates positive first and lasting impressions.</li><li>Demonstrates the ability to own issues until they are resolved.</li></ul>
2. Patient Centered Care (patients/families, physicians, co-workers, all other internal/external customers) 
<ul><li>Introduces self and role&hellip;connects with everyone.</li><li>Communicates effectively (i.e. advising others of actions, pertinent information, time durations, etc.) and asks for feedback.</li><li>Asks for and anticipates needs and concerns of others.</li><li>Maintains a positive work environment for staff and a healing environment for patients (i.e. safe, clean, quiet, etc.)</li><li>Maintains the dignity and privacy of each person; manages confidential/sensitive information appropriately.</li><li>Responds to requests in an appropriate and timely manner.</li><li>Exits patient/customer encounters courteously, asking if there are additional needs that can be addressed.</li></ul>
3. Promotes Patient and Employee Safety 
<ul><li>Demonstrates safe Patient Handling (i.e. transfers, transport, care administration, nutrition, medication, etc.)</li><li>Demonstrates safe Materials Handling (i.e. appropriate use and disposal of chemicals, infectious wastes, etc.)</li><li>Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of Infectious Disease precautions and use of proper protective equipment</li><li>Demonstrates Slips/Trips and Falls Awareness.</li><li>Actively contributes to maintaining a safe, clean and quiet environment.</li></ul></div>
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. 
2. Regularly lift or move up to 10 pounds; frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds; and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. 
3. Must be able to assist patients getting in and out of beds or chairs. 
4. Special vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 
5. Regularly required to stand, walk, talk, hear, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with the hands and arms.
This description reflects in general terms the type and level of work performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive, nor portray the specific duties of any one incumbent.
Thank you for your interest in employment at Genesis. Genesis is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Selection of applicants for employment is based only on qualifications and the requirements of a specific job.</div>

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