Behavioral Health Technician-ED Extension Unit Pediatrics

2 months ago
United StatesFull TimePediatrics

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Duke Careers 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 Careers as a Behavioral Health Technician-ED Extension Unit Pediatrics.

Key Skills

Patient CarePsychological CareBehavioral AssessmentDaily Living AssistanceInfection ControlSafety GuidelinesRestraint ProceduresPatient MonitoringRecreational ActivitiesVital SignsSpecimen CollectionBCLS CertificationCPI CertificationRecord KeepingStress Management
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Position Insights

Pediatrics — Physician Career Context

This Pediatrics position at Duke Careers 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 Assessment, Daily Living Assistance, Infection Control, Safety Guidelines, Restraint Procedures, Patient Monitoring. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Pediatrics role.

Core responsibilities: This role involves performing routine activities to provide physical and psychological care to patients with psychiatric disorders, including observing patients, assisting with daily living activities, and participating in necessary restraints for safety. Technicians will also interact with patients...

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Job Details

Employment Type

Full Time

Posted

2mo ago