Psychiatric Technician- Cayuga Medical Center- Behavioral Services- Per Diem

Psychiatric Technician
- Cayuga Medical Center
- Behavioral Services
- Per Diem

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 are responsible for caring for patients who are severely developmentally disabled and need intensive care as well as are undergoing rehabilitation for drug and alcohol addiction and patients whose illnesses make them disoriented, uncooperative, or violent. Psychiatric technicians work as part of a medical team, under the direction of nurses and alongside other healthcare professionals, including psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurses, social workers, counselors, and therapists.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Observe patients' behavior, listen to their concerns, and record their condition
• Help with admitting and discharging patients
• Monitor patients' vital signs, such as their blood pressure
• Help patients with activities of daily living, including eating and bathing
• Assist in restraining patients who may become physically violent
• Share their observations with members of the treatment team, including the Unit Manager, Team Leader and/or other team members as appropriate

Required

Skills and Experience:

• Associates degree in Psychology OR equivalent experience
• Successful completion of TCI within three (3) months of hire
• BLS certification required
• 3 years' experience in a mental health field required

Preferred

Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or 5 years' experience preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Audio and visual acuity and physical dexterity to interact appropriately with patients, peers, staff, and outside customers/agencies
• Ability to do long periods of standing, walking, bending, and stretching, and ability to change body position and motion quickly
• Ability to lift and assist in lifting, utilizing appropriate body mechanics, without weight restriction
• 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.

Location and Travel Requirements:

• Onsite
  - Cayuga Medical Center - 101 Dates Drive, Ithaca NY 14850
• Shift
  - Various Shift Scheduled
• Travel: 0% Travel can be expected in this role

Pay Range Disclosure

• Standard rate of $20.64 to $27.30 per hour

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