Psychiatric Technician, Nights, Psychiatry/Addictions Medicine

With over 150 years of caring for our community and each other in the Washington DC area, Howard University Hospital has a world-renowned reputation for high-quality, patient-centric care. Howard University Hospital is the nation’s only teaching hospital located on the campus of a Historically Black University and has created a superior learning environment, with groundbreaking research and positive patient outcomes.

 
Howard University Hospital seeks to hire a Psychiatric Technician who will embrace our reach and historic tradition of excellence. If you want to make a difference in someone’s life every day, consider a position with a team of professionals who are doing just that, making a difference. 

This is a Full-Time Night Shift position with an every other weekend requirement. 7:30pm-8a. 

Pay Range: $19.00-$30.40 (actual offer rates are based upon the applicant's relevant experience pertaining to the position)

 The Psychiatric Technician:
 

• Provides for cleanliness, grooming, rest, nourishment and elimination as needed. Encourages independent behavior when appropriate
• Reports observations and pertinent information concerning patients to the Registered Nurse
• Assists in maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment that respects patients' rights
• Monitors patients for special risks (falls, elopement, suicide attempt) and reports observations to responsible nurse. Inspects unit for contraband
• Participates in and may conduct therapeutic milieu activities for assigned patients under the supervision of the Registered Nurse
• Motivates patients to participate in scheduled daily activities, i.e., community meetings, groups, etc. Assists with activities therapy program under the supervision of the adjunctive therapists
• Attends individual treatment planning for assigned patients when requested
• Assists with admission, transfer and discharge procedures. Accompanies patients for scheduled off-unit and off-site activities, field trips, diagnostic tests, etc.
• Observes patient behavior and when necessary, notifies appropriate staff. Observes when the patient's behavior may be physically harmful to self or others
• Intervenes with critical patients such as during escalation, suicidal behavior and elopement. Monitors patients on close observation and/or suicide precautions

Qualified candidates will possess:

• Graduation from high school
• Minimum two years of college with academic work in psychology or related field
• Graduation from an approved psychiatric or nursing technician training program
• One or more years’ experience working as a Clinical Associate, Nursing Assistant, Mental Health Technician, or Psychiatric Technician
• Current American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support Card Certification required

At Howard University Hospital our job is to care for you. We do this by offering:

Work life balance
Recognition and rewards for professional expertise
Competitive, comprehensive benefit plans offered (including health, disability, vacation, sick leave, and 403B retirement plan)
 

Compliance Statements

Culture of Care: Howard University Hospital supports a Just Culture that promotes accountability, learning, and patient safety.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Howard University Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation: Howard University Hospital is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Department at HUHLA@huhosp.org.

Pay Transparency: Salary ranges listed in job postings reflect the expected compensation range for the position and are provided in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws. Final compensation is determined based on experience, education, internal equity, and other relevant factors.

Disclaimer: The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.