Clinical Technician - Specialty Behavioral Health - PRN

Company: Christus Health
Location: Longview
Posted on: March 9, 2025

Job Description:

Description
Summary: The Clinical Technician provides direct care and supervision of patients with psychiatric disorders, to ensure the safety and well-being of the patients. The Clinical Technician has the primary responsibility for ensuring the patient's safety, environmental safety, and manages patient behavior on the unit. The Clinical Technician will provide continuous patient care, supervision, interaction and role modeling to patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. While performing specific duties, the Clinical Technician must provide appropriate crisis intervention as necessary by anticipating and responding quickly to escalating behaviors, utilizing de-escalation techniques to diffuse violent situation, and correctly prioritizing safety concerns. Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates effective communication skills
• Completes timely observation and documentation of observation (Q 15 or Q 5 minute as assigned)
• One to one evaluation of patients if assigned
• Demonstrates active working knowledge of required documentation and observation of 1:1 patient
• Follows all organizational policies and procedures
• Demonstrates ability to locate policies
• Understands they are responsible for knowing and adhering to hospital policies and procedures Requirements: Education/Skills
  • High School Diploma or equivalent Experience
    • Minimum one year experience preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
      • BLS Work Type: Per Diem As Needed EEO is the law - click below for more information: We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at .

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