Psychiatric Technician - Atrium Health Charlotte Behavioral Health Psychiatric Adult 1 South Unit FT Nights

American Addiction Centers

2 months ago

United States$19.80 - $29.70/hrFull TimePsychiatry

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Job Description

About the Role

Join American Addiction Centers as a Psychiatric Technician - Atrium Health Charlotte Behavioral Health Psychiatric Adult 1 South Unit FT Nights in United States. Department: 36707 Atrium Health Behavioral Health: Charlotte - Nursing Behavioral Health: Psychiatric Adult 1 South Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Full-time nights, 7p-7a Pay Range $19.80 - $29.

Key Responsibilities

as requested by administration.

All mandatory training as per facility policy.

Requirements

Works in patient care area with potentially combative or self-destructive patients, including behavior control areas.

Each employee has the responsibility to work in a safe manner.

Work requires walking, standing, lifting, reaching, handling of charts, supplies, equipment, blood, and body fluids.

Education, Experience and Certifications High School Diploma or GED required.

Benefits & Compensation

Salary: $19.80 - $29.70/hr

401(k) with employer match.

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Call responsibilities required.

Apply to join American Addiction Centers as a Psychiatric Technician - Atrium Health Charlotte Behavioral Health Psychiatric Adult 1 South Unit FT Nights.

Key Skills

Patient ObservationBehavior ReportingTherapeutic InteractionRecreational ActivitiesGroup TherapyPatient TeachingCPI TechniquesPatient RoundsEmpathyConfidentialityProcess ImprovementCommittee ParticipationBLS CertificationTherapeutic Communication

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Psychiatric Technician - Atrium Health Charlotte Behavioral Health Psychiatric Adult 1 South Unit FT Nights at American Addiction Centers a 2.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Psychiatry physician listings evaluated on our platform.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

Psychiatry — Physician Career Context

This Psychiatry position at American Addiction Centers is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Psychiatry professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $300k, with the typical range spanning $230k to $400k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Compensation Analysis

Stated compensation: $19.80 - $29.70/hr.

This position also offers production-based compensation: $30 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in United States.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Patient Observation, Behavior Reporting, Therapeutic Interaction, Recreational Activities, Group Therapy, Patient Teaching, CPI Techniques, Patient Rounds. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Psychiatry role.

Core responsibilities: The Psychiatric Technician will observe, report, and document changes in patient behavior, interact therapeutically with patients, and assist in various group activities including social, recreational, and teaching sessions. Responsibilities also include making required patient rounds, responding wi...

Benefits package: Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption Assistance, Paid Parental Leave. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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