Psychiatric Technician - Atrium Health Behavioral Health Cabarrus ED/OBS FT Day
Psychiatry in North Carolina pays $288k median — is this one competitive?
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Compensation Intelligence
Based on 500 WeekdayDoc listings
73% below median for Psychiatry in NC — negotiate
Job Description
About the Role
Join American Addiction Centers as a Psychiatric Technician – ED Observation, Day Shift in United States.
Key Responsibilities
- as requested by administration.
- All mandatory training as per facility policy.
Requirements
- 1915 3 days a week with weekend rotation. 36 hours/week Pay Range $19.80
- based process improvement activities. Participates in unit
- based committees. May include on
- call duties as requested by administration. All mandatory training as per facility policy. Physical Requirements Works in patient care area with potentially combative or self
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $19.80 - $29.70/hr
- 401(k) with employer match.
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Call responsibilities required.
- Weekend coverage may be required.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers day shifts only. Work with American Addiction Centers in United States.
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 North Carolina.
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Therapeutic Interaction, Observation, Documentation, CPI Techniques, Empathy, Confidentiality, Process Improvement, Communication Skills. 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, interacting therapeutically with patients and participating in various group activities. Responsibilities also include making regular patient rounds and utilizing CPI techniques appropriately when necessary.
Benefits package: Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, 401k Match, Paid Time Off, Educational Assistance, Retirement Plans, Family Benefits. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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