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Behavioral Technician - Psychiatric Intervention Prevention City Campus - Per Di

Istss, Egg Harbor Township, NJ, United States


AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Description
POSITION SUMMARY
The Behavioral Technician performs direct and indirect patient care functions under the supervision of appropriately licensed personnel.

The Technician is responsible for assisting patients with personal care needs and participates in the plan of care. The Technician regularly communicates observations and data collection to the appropriate caregiver. This position also collects test specimens as directed according to established procedures and documents patient care activities consistent with data collection and the test performed.

The Technician assists customers in a friendly, prompt, caring manner, always maintaining the highest level of confidentiality and respect. This position works as part of the care team to meet the needs of the customer and to support team objectives, assisting other team members when necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION:
High School degree or equivalent; associates degree preferred. Ability to read, speak, and write English. Bilingual preferred.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:
BLSHCP certified within six months of hire. CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) training required within 1 year of hire or transfer into the role, or until 10/31/25 for existing employees in the role.

EXPERIENCE:
1-3 years patient care preferred; knowledge of medical terminology; interpersonal skills to effectively communicate and collaborate with other team members; ability to be flexible, set priorities, solve problems, and use proper judgment in difficult situations. Proficiency in Clinical Applications preferred at time of hire; incumbents within the position will be trained appropriately and then skill will be required for this position within 30-60 days from date of hire.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
Demonstrates the ability to perform the department specific competencies as listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Potential for exposure to the hazards and risk of the hospital environment, including exposure to infectious disease, blood-borne pathogens, hazardous substances, and potential injury.

Reaching, stooping, kneeling and crouching approximately 25% of a workday; visual and physical ability required to work at a computer terminal; standing and walking approximately 50% of a workday; lifting approximately 50 to 100 pounds frequently with assistance occasionally; physical abilities required to push, pull or transport equipment and patients.

Essential functions of this position are listed on the department specific Assessment and Evaluation Tool.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
This position reports to nursing unit leadership.

Total Rewards at AtlantiCare
At AtlantiCare, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including:

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans with employer contributions

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage

Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care

Wellness Programs to help you thrive

Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more

Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.

Job Details
Job Category : Nursing Support

Hours Per Week : 0.01

Weekends Required? : Yes

Holidays Required? : Yes

Shift : Nights

Position Status : Per Diem/Pool

Pay Range : $17.57 - $25.24

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