Job Description
Responsibilities Who We Are
University Behavioral Center of Orlando, a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), is committed to providing intensive mental health services to children, adolescents and adults as well as detox and substance abuse programs for adults. Our mental health facility provides safe and effective inpatient treatment to assist individuals in leading more productive and fulfilling lives. The facility is located on a beautiful -acre campus in Orlando, Florida, and includes licensed beds.
Overview of Position -
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatric Technician to join our healthcare team at University Behavioral Center, located in Orlando, Florida. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of patient care practices under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The ideal candidate will be committed to providing high-quality care to psychiatric patients. This role involves monitoring our patients and facilitating group activities in our units. This individual will be working closely with patients experiencing psychiatric disorders, ensuring their safety, comfort, and well-being while promoting recovery and rehabilitation. Previous experience working directly with patients in a psychiatric facility or rehabilitation program is highly preferred.
We are currently hiring for Day and Night Shift/Full Time.
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.
Sign-on Bonus: $1, with commitment
Benefit Highlights:
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
- Competitive Compensation
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
- (K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Free Basic Life Insurance
Qualifications - High school graduation. Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Current CPR or BLS certification.
- Must have at least one year of experience working in an inpatient hospital setting with patients aged 5-yrs+.
- Work hours: -hour shifts; day or night shift available; rotating weekend
Skills:
- 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.
About Universal Health Services
One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune corporation, annual revenues were $.0 billion in 3. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies.
Headquartered in King of Prusia, PA, UHS has approximately , employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory are access points, and insurance offering, a physician network and various related.