What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psych Tech-FT Overnights position at Broadlawns Medical Center?
The Broadlawns Medical Center campus includes an acute care hospital, primary and specialty care clinics, urgent care and emergency services, lab, radiology, dentistry, inpatient and outpatient mental health, crisis team, and community-based behavioral support services. Broadlawns accepts all forms of insurance and its approach to healthcare and quality outcomes earned a Level 3 rating from the National Committee for Quality Assurance, the highest achievable status for a medical delivery model.
We are a safety net hospital and our Patients are our North Star! With a dedicated staff of over 160 physicians and 1,600 employees, Broadlawns Medical Center ensures that our community has access to high quality healthcare that is coordinated, compassionate and cost-effective. We provide our employees a top-rated benefits package, supportive work culture, and more!
Psych Tech
The Psychiatric Technician reports to the department manager and provides routine direct services and care to clients of the crisis departments. They serve as an advocate and role model for all crisis service clients; supervises activities and upholds client rights including confidentiality. Documents observations and results of all interventions. The individual works in collaboration with departmental staff and other department area staff to provide a full array of Behavioral Health support.
Schedule
Overnights 830P-7A
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1 year working with individuals with chronic mental illness
- Ability to work cooperatively with the multi-disciplinary team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to verbally and physically de-escalate a client utilizing BMC trained programs
- Ability to successfully complete and pass CPR and BMC designated behavior management training during the orientation period
- Maintain all certifications throughout employment
Work Shift
8:30p-7a (United States of America)Benefits (FT/PT)
Retirement - IPERS
Education Assistance
Employee Health & Wellness
PTO
Free Parking
Health Insurance
Supplemental Insurance
529 College Savings Plan
And more!
Broadlawns Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer