Psychiatric Aide – Technician

Psychiatric Aide – Technician

Duties and responsibilities

Psychiatric technicians, sometimes called mental health technicians, typically do the following:

·         Observe patients’ behavior, listen to their concerns, and record their condition

·         Lead patients in therapeutic and recreational activities

·         Give medications and other treatments to patients, following instructions from doctors and other medical professionals

·         Help with admitting and discharging patients

·         Monitor patients’ vital signs, such as their blood pressure

·         Help patients with activities of daily living, including eating and bathing

·         Restrain patients who may become physically violent

Salary
$27,440

Education

Psychiatric technicians typically enter the occupation with a post secondary certificate. Programs in psychiatric or mental health technology are commonly offered by community colleges and technical schools

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