(Archived) Psychiatric Technician

Psychiatric Technician job in Biloxi, Mississippi.

The Psychiatric Technician job is within the military medical system and is a civilian position. Civilian and military personnel work together in the extensive military medical system. The hospitals and medical clinics provide services to the active duty military service members, military retirees, and their families and provide a full range of medical services.

Our employees are our best assets! Come join our team of healthcare professionals where you are valued.

• Monday-Friday
• Days
• Fantastic PTO accrual rate
• Competitive Compensation
• Benefit Package (health, dental, and vision plans)
• Dedication Program Manager to support your employment

Psychiatric Technician Job Overview

• Assists in identifying mental health diagnoses, treatments, patient education, and disposition planning.
• Participates in patient care conferences and substance abuse intervention.
• Provides mental health and substance abuse prevention education.
• Performs general and special clinical procedures.
• Performs chaperone and escort duties as required by Mental Flight Commander or other designated individual.
• Maintains therapeutic relationships.
• Conducts in-service training.
• Conducts case management duties as necessary to facilitate patient care.
• Prepares, maintains, and disposes of mental health, family advocacy, and substance abuse treatment records.
• Receives patients and schedules appointment. Evaluates mental health service activities.
• Collects and updates administrative and statistical data.
• Conducts unit self-assessments (Peer Reviews).
• Compiles and prepares medical and administrative reports.
• Briefs patients on safety and evacuation procedures.
• Conduct case management duties as directed by mental health flight commander or designee.
• Maintain accurate and current notes in both the Mental Health records and inpatient medical records of all patients
• Performs computer operations and be proficient in the use of basic word processing, data entry, and electronic medical records.

Psychiatric Technician Job Qualifications:

• BLS
• High School Diploma or GED
• Completion of at least 270 hours of some type of formal education in one of the following behavioral sciences: psychology, counseling, sociology, social work, or addiction studies
• Minimum of 12 months experience within the last 36 months in the same specialty outlined

Position contingent on contract award. Incumbents HIGHLY encourage to contact us! Come join our team of healthcare professionals!