Psychiatric Technician - San Diego, CA, United States - Matrix Providers

Description

We strive to provide a framework of stability and structure for our valued employees, where you will experience lower provider-to-patient ratios and fair, reliable schedules.

Matrix Providers is hiring a Psychiatric Technician to join our team of talented professionals who provide health care services to our Military Service Members and their families in San Diego, CA.

~ Role:
Psychiatric Technician will provide essential care and support for patients in outpatient setting.
~ Schedule:
Full time, 40 hours per week
~ Benefits:
Competitive financial package with a comprehensive insurance package including health, dental, vision, and life coverage.
~ Paid Holidays (Outlined in Handbook)
~Experience:
One year (1) of experience as a Psychiatric Technician after graduation.
Graduation from an accredited Psychiatric Technician Program;
Or completion of education and experience as a behavioral science specialist/technician in the United States military and proof of having completed an Armed Forces course involving a psychiatric technician training
Or civilian course from an accredited school in the care of behavioral health patients


Psychiatric Technician Job Duties:
Patient Care and Safety Management
Perform ongoing risk assessment
Escort patients safely on and off the unit
Diagnostic Support and Testing
Conduct psychiatric testing/screening evaluations
Identify mental health and nursing diagnoses
Counseling and Rehabilitation
Conduct or assist in treatment and rehabilitation of patients
Conduct therapeutic community and milieu activities
Assist with the care of individuals experiencing acute and post-traumatic stress reactions
Coordinate with other agencies regarding care, treatment, prevention, rehabilitation, and administrative functions
Contact military and community agencies to obtain collateral information
Explain and interpret mental health services to patients or others
Assist in or arrange patient referrals to public, private, and military community agencies
Administrative Duties
Conduct data entry and retrieval on computer systems
Coordinate and assist Primary Care Providers
We support our employees with an accessible dedicated representative to assist you throughout the duration of your contract. Our mission is to serve America's military family by aligning exceptional healthcare workers like you with rewarding career opportunities.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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