Psychiatric Technician

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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 at the Navy Medicine Readiness & Training Command New England, Newport, RI.

• Role: Outpatient Behavioral Health Psychiatric Technician
• Clinical Setting: Medical Readiness Clinic, Behavioral Health Area
• Employment Status: Full Time
• Compensation: $23.99 to $31.75 Per hour + $2500 Sign on Bonus
• Schedule: Monday - Friday (between the hours of 7:30 AM and 5PM)
  • No nights
  • No weekends
• Benefits: Competitive financial package with a comprehensive insurance package including health, dental, vision, and life coverage.
  • Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Holidays (Outlined in Handbook)
  • 401(k) Plan

Psychiatric Technician minimum qualifications:

• Degree: Certificate
• Education: Graduation from an accredited Psychiatric Technician Program; or completion of equivalent education and experience that meets the requirement of the American Association of Psychiatric Technicians 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.
• Experience: One year (1) of experience as a Psychiatric Technician after graduation.

Psychiatric Technician Summary

Patient Care and Management:

• Monitor, escort, and participate in patient activities in psychiatric clinics and programs.
• Provide care for patients utilizing infection control and safety techniques, documenting findings promptly.
• Utilize therapeutic assessment and interview skills to assess patient conditions and document care accurately.
• Exercise sound judgment and crisis intervention skills to manage potentially harmful situations, following clinic-specific policies.
• Screen patients to determine presenting problems and priority of appointment, performing basic assessments and assisting with treatment strategies.
• Assist in specialized treatment and rehabilitation, conducting individual and group therapy sessions.
• Conduct health and wellness programs, coordinating care with other agencies and facilities.

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Obtain and record patient information, transcribing into electronic health records and presenting to providers.
• Schedule clinic appointments according to standard operating procedures.
• Serve as the Automated Neuropsychological Assessment Metrics (ANAM) facilitator, including equipment setup, maintenance, and scheduling referrals.
• Monitor and report quality compliance, entering ANAM-based referrals into electronic health records.
• Attend and pass ANAM/NCAT facilitator training.

Cross-Functional Duties:

• Provide treatment and rehabilitation, conducting assessments, counseling, and therapeutic activities.
• Identify mental health diagnoses, provide patient education, and observe patient progress.
• Institute precautionary measures to prevent injury or suicide.
• Coordinate care with other agencies and community resources, explaining mental health services to patients and facilitating referrals.
• Maintain treatment records and assist with acute and post-traumatic stress reactions.

We support our employees with an accessible dedicated representative to assist you throughout the duration of your contract. We firmly believe that a healthy work/life balance enables you to perform at your best. Our mission is to serve America’s military family by aligning exceptional healthcare workers like you with rewarding career opportunities.

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