Behavioral Health Technician-ED Extension Unit Pediatrics

Duke Health

2 months ago

United StatesFull TimePediatrics

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Duke Health as a Behavioral Health Technician-ED Extension Unit Pediatrics in United States. At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

Key Responsibilities

Interact with patients on a one to one basis providing recreational or social activities and reinforce patient teaching.

Assist patients in activities of daily living including making beds, bathing, personal hygiene, feeding and dressing.

Assist patients with position changes, range of motion exercises, transfers and walking.

Requirements

Assist in organizing and conducting recreational activities.

Interact with patients on a one to one as well as small group basis; assist patients in planning how the treatment plan can be optimally utilized for their benefit.

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Required Qualifications at this Level Education Graduation from high school or GED.

Work Schedule

Full-time position.

Day shift only - no nights.

Apply to join Duke Health as a Behavioral Health Technician-ED Extension Unit Pediatrics.

Key Skills

Patient CarePsychological CareBehavioral ObservationPatient TeachingActivities of Daily LivingRange of Motion ExercisesRestraint ProceduresInfection ControlSafety GuidelinesVital Signs MonitoringSpecimen CollectionBehavioral PrinciplesStress ManagementRecord KeepingEmergency RecognitionConfidentiality

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Position Insights

Pediatrics — Physician Career Context

This Pediatrics position at Duke Health 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, Pediatrics professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $245k, with the typical range spanning $190k to $320k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in United States.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Patient Care, Psychological Care, Behavioral Observation, Patient Teaching, Activities of Daily Living, Range of Motion Exercises, Restraint Procedures, Infection Control. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Pediatrics role.

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