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UHS · 3 months ago

Psych Mental Health Tech/PT

University Behavioral Center of Orlando, a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), is committed to providing intensive mental health services. They are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatric Technician to monitor patients and facilitate group activities, ensuring their safety and promoting recovery.

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Responsibilities

Works under the direct supervision of the Charge Nurse or Milieu Manager to provide clerical and patient care activities in the treatment and care of patients with psychiatric and substance abuse conditions
Manages behavioral problems through patient observation and de-escalating techniques
Facilitates education and activity groups
Actively participates as a member of the treatment team and performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Behavioral healthCurrent CPRBLS certificationPatient care principlesCompetence in taking vital signsCommunication skillsCritical thinking skills

Required

High school graduation
Current CPR or BLS certification
Must have at least one year of experience working in an inpatient hospital setting with patients aged 5-65yrs+
Work hours: 12-hour shifts; day or night shift available; rotating weekend

Preferred

Bachelor's degree preferred
Experience with behavioral health patients is preferred
Knowledge of patient care principles is beneficial
Competence in taking vital signs accurately
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals
Strong critical thinking and reasoning skills

Company

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$500M
2024-09-17Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2007-04-16Acquired
1981-07-17IPO

Leadership Team

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Marc D. Miller
President and Chief Executive Officer
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Matthew D. Klein
Sr. Vice President and General Counsel
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