Psychiatric Technician - Atrium Health Charlotte Behavioral Health O/P Child & Adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) FT Days

American Addiction Centers

2 months ago

Charlotte, North Carolina$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 O/P Child & Adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) FT Days in United States. Department: 36653 Atrium Health Behavioral Health: Charlotte - Behavioral Health O/P: Child & Adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: This position is a M-F 8:00 AM-4:30 PM. Pay Range $19.

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

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Call responsibilities required.

No weekends required.

Day shift only - no nights.

This position offers day shifts only. Work with American Addiction Centers in United States.

Key Skills

Therapeutic CommunicationPatient ObservationCPI TechniquesGroup Therapy ParticipationSocial Activities FacilitationEmpathyConfidentialityProcess ImprovementTeam CollaborationBehavior Management

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Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Psychiatric Technician - Atrium Health Charlotte Behavioral Health O/P Child & Adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) FT Days at American Addiction Centers a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Psychiatry physician listings evaluated on our platform.

This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.

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 Charlotte, North Carolina.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Therapeutic Communication, Patient Observation, CPI Techniques, Group Therapy Participation, Social Activities Facilitation, Empathy, Confidentiality, Process Improvement. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Psychiatry role.

Core responsibilities: The Psychiatric Technician observes and documents patient behavior, interacts therapeutically, and assists in group activities. They also participate in unit-based committees and may have on-call duties.

Benefits package: Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Retirement Plan, Educational Assistance, Family Benefits. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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