Senior Psychiatric Technician at University of Rochester

Rochester, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Oct, 26

Salary

25.85

Posted On

12 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Psychiatric Treatment Planning, Patient Assessment, Group Interventions, Behavior Modification, Reality Orientation, Crisis Intervention, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Patient Care, Clinical Documentation, Staff Training, Quality Improvement, Problem Solving

Industry

Higher Education

Description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. Job Location (Full Address): 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642 Opening: Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Part time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Department: 500460 G-9200 Inpt Med Psych Nursing Work Shift: UR - Rotating (United States of America) Range: UR URCA 204 H Compensation Range: $19.15 - $25.85 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations. Responsibilities: In accordance with department policy and objectives, assists in the nursing care of the mentally ill by implementing various types of psychiatric treatment plans for groups of patients, including group interventions. Responsibilities SUPERVISION AND DIRECTION EXERCISED: May coordinate the work of a Nursing Assistant or equivalent position as required. MACHINES AND EQUIPMENT USED: Scale, thermometer, sphygmomanometer, common hospital equipment such as portable beds and wheel chairs, patient activity equipment for therapy and recreation, and other equipment of similar complexity. TYPICAL DUTIES: - Delivers health care services to patients and their families according to the interdisciplinary treatment plan. Independently implements the interdisciplinary treatment plan for an assigned group of patients, including group interventions. Revises and modifies plan in response to changes in patient and alterations in therapeutic approach; participates in planning conferences. - Integrates multidisciplinary approaches to complete patient assessments and coordinate health care services across the continuum. Demonstrates problem solving and critical thinking skills in developing health care interventions. Participates in various therapeutic activities such as role playing, behavior modification, modeling, reality orientation, etc. - Collaborates with patients, family members and the interdisciplinary treatment team to deliver quality services. - Participates in ongoing staff development programs, workshops and seminars. Implements orientation and training for peer staff development, including the orientation and training of new Psychiatric Technicians. - Participates in unit-based research and quality improvement, involving data collection and documentation of patient and family services. Records relevant data and reports data to appropriate staff. - Performs other duties as assigned by Registered Nurse. QUALIFICATIONS: AAS degree in a Psychology or Sociology field, and 2-3 years recent Psychiatric Technician experience or Bachelor's degree in related field, or minimum two years of RN Nursing School; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Bachelor's in Human Services preferred. NOTE: This document describes typical duties and responsibilities and is not intended to limit management from assigning other work as required. The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law. Notice: If you are a Current Employee, please log into myURHR to search for and apply to jobs using the Jobs Hub. Your application, if submitted using this portal, cannot be moved forward. Learn. Discover. Heal. Create. Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals. At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.

Responsibilities

Assists in the nursing care of mentally ill patients by implementing psychiatric treatment plans and group interventions. Collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to deliver quality healthcare services and participates in staff development and quality improvement research.