Psychiatric Technician - Atrium Health Davidson Behavioral Health Mountain Laurel FT Nights
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Job Description
About the Role
Join American Addiction Centers as a Psychiatric Technician – FT Nights in United States. Department: 36709 Atrium Health Behavioral Health: Davidson - Nursing Behavioral Health I/P: Mountain Laurel Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: 7p-730a 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 – FT Nights.
Key Skills
Position Insights
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: Therapeutic Interaction, Patient Observation, Documentation, Group Therapy Participation, Recreational Activities, CPI Techniques, Patient Rounds, Empathy. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Psychiatry role.
Core responsibilities: The Psychiatric Technician observes, reports, and documents patient behavior changes to the charge nurse while interacting therapeutically with patients. Responsibilities also include assisting in and participating in various group activities and ensuring patient safety through regular rounds.
Benefits package: Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Paid Time Off, Adoption Assistance. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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