Psych Tech FT

10T Psych Therapy SV Psych Tech

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

• The Psych Aide provides direct contact with each assigned patient to monitor responses to services & identify problem areas.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Provides physical, emotional &/or cognitive patient care in an appropriate, safe manner.

• Liaison with various departments of LCMH to patient safety and quality care based on patient needs. - Diligent Training

• Utilizes effective crisis intervention techniques.

• Demonstrates ability to conduct environment and patient safety duties (i.e.- room inspections, patient search, belonging searches, monitor visitors for contraband).

• Communicates abnormal variances of physical data (vital signs, pain, etc.) to appropriate staff.

• Emotional &/or cognitive data (tearful, hallucinating, etc.) to appropriate staff.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma/GED preferred

• Sufficient experience in working with mentally ill persons, addicted persons or in providing personal care services.

• Crisis Response Training, CPR.

• Ability to communicate with patient, family, peers and medical personnel.

• Requires emotional stability and resilience.

• Must be adaptable to change, be decisive, and demonstrate foresight.

• Exhibits organizational and leadership ability.

• Shows ability to gain & maintain support and respect of co-workers.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Work requires a variety of physical activities including standing and walking for long periods of time, bending, stooping, and lifting.

• The work environment may be physically confining.

• Visual acuity is required for a variety of specific activities.

• Must have normal hearing or utilize adaptive hearing devices if duties require listening with a stethoscope to discern breath sounds, heart sounds, and bowel sounds.

• Ability to do shift work as required.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Experience Memorial is more than a slogan, its the care we provide our patients and its the commitment to our community and our team members. As a nationally certified Great Place to Work, at Lake Charles Memorial Health System you will have the opportunity to be a part of an organizational culture that supports not only exceptional patient care but also the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Join us and be a part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your success is celebrated.