Psychiatric Technician Job at University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT

  • University of Utah
  • Salt Lake City, UT

Job Description

Overview As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA This position provides a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment for psychiatric patients and assists with the provision of basic patient care needs. Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes. Why join University of Utah Health? Competitive pay Healthcare benefits starting on day one 401(k) retirement plan A work environment that values dedication, learning, and work-life balance Benefits Overview: Parking Information: Join our team and grow your career with us. Learn more about upcoming opportunities and events at uofuhealth.org/jobfairs . Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed To inquire about this posting, email: careers@hsc.utah.edu Responsibilities Essential Functions Assists with maintaining a safe and hazard free environment by observing and documenting patient behavior, conducting patient room searches, reporting unsafe conditions and applying appropriate emotional and physical support. Performs or assists with the admission of new patients by gathering routine information for nursing assessment, searches patients and personal effects for contraband, documents personal effects and other appropriate information. Orients the patient and patient's family to the facility and the policies and procedures. Escorts the patients to off-unit appointments and activities using therapeutic interventions to ensure the safety of the patient, hospital staff, and other University patients and visitors. Assists with providing a therapeutic milieu for patients by encouraging patients to participate in recreational activities and group therapies. Assists with supportive therapy for select patients by leading activity #J-18808-Ljbffr

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