What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychiatric Technician position at Compass Health Network?
Compensation: $20.37 hourly
This technician position will work closely with the Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) provider to administer ongoing TMS therapy to assigned clients. FT, benefit-eligible position.
Responsibilities Include:
• Ability to learn to setup the TMS device and the coil placement
• Guide patients through the procedure and answer their questions
• Possesses a calm demeanor and able to reassure patients
• Ability to monitor patients closely during the procedure and during recovery
• Previous experience in working with depressed and/or anxious patients will be beneficial
• Ensures complete charting for the session including rating scales
• Ability/willingness to learn TMS device specific procedure
• Ability to recognize seizure activity
• Ability to monitor vital signs
WORKING CONDITIONS & EXPOSURE RISK
• Regular exposure to blood and/or body fluids
• Regular exposure to radiation sources
Job Requirements
QUALIFICATION(S): EDUCATION
• Associate’s degree required
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
QUALIFICATION(S): WORK EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• An equivalent combination of education and minimum of two (2) years experience in a health care setting is required if a bachelor’s degree is not obtained
• Training for conducting TMS visits completed (training will be provided)
• Any experience working in recovery environments or experience with ECT will be a bonus
• Knowledge of basic anatomy will be advantageous, but not necessary
QUALIFICATION(S): LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
BLS certification required
Compass Health Network is a nonprofit health care organization offering accessible, comprehensive, & compassionate behavioral health, substance use treatment, family medicine and dental services throughout Missouri. Our network of care includes Royal Oaks Hospital and Adapt of Missouri. We are both a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC). Operating only from the highest ethical and professional standards, we provide access to innovative care designed to meet the health needs of the communities we serve. Our mission is “Inspire Hope. Promote Wellness.”
Why join us?
We believe some of the most passionate people in the world work here. Our dedicated and talented staff are our most valuable asset. We strive to provide a work environment and services that are inclusive for our patients and our employees.
At Compass Health Network, these are just a few of the benefits that we offer as an organization:
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- Advancement opportunities
- Professional development
- Licensure supervision
- Mentor opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement
- Scholarship program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Headspace Access
- Paid time off & Paid Holidays
- NHSC Loan Repayment Participant
We welcome inquiries from qualified individuals who want to be part of a team of hardworking, dedicated and compassionate employees whose work helps us aspire to our vision of full, healthy, productive lives for everyone. We look forward to meeting you!
Compass Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.
