Psychiatric Technician Outpatient

Job description

Job Requirements
Job Title
Psychiatric Technician, Outpatient
Job Code
691398
Work Schedule - Night shift - Wed/TR/Fri 7p - 7:30a
Infor Job #
6417
Job Family
Behavioral & Social Services
Member Organization
UM UCH
FLSA
Non-exempt
Date Created
3/3/2026
Date Revised
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Job Summary
Assists in providing patient care and treatment in an outpatient setting in accordance with the Division of Nursing Standards. Maintains a safe and clean environment, assists the patient care team to provide various patient care activities and maintains customer service focus essential for smooth operation. Performs various patient care activities and related non-professional services required to maintain the therapeutic milieu. Provides care to a general adult population of adult psychiatric patients.
Primary Responsibilities
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities performed.
• As part of the care team, meets with the Registered Nurse to receive the report and patient priorities for the shift. The Patient Care Technician will coordinate with RN throughout shift.
• Accurately takes, records, and reports vital signs, pain rating, height, weight, pulse oximetry and I&O (including drains).
• Performs administrative tasks as needed, including but not limited to answering telephones, order entry, ordering of stock, and maintenance requests.
• Performs hourly patient rounding and change of shift reports.
• Responds to patient needs and calls in a timely manner and adheres to No Pass Zone practice.
• Reports changes in patient condition to the RN and recognizes and responds appropriately to emergency situations.
• Leads therapeutic / psycho-educational groups as needed.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Work Experience
Education & Experience - Required
• Associate degree in psychology, sociology, counseling, or related field, or pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a related healthcare field is required. Two (2) or more years of experience in the behavioral health field may substitute the required education if the high school diploma requirement is met.
• Certified by the Maryland State Board of Nursing as a Nursing Assistant required.
• Current Basic Life Safety (BLS) required.

Education & Experience - Preferred
• N/A

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
• Ability to read, write and comprehend medical terminology.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate psychomotor and critical thinking skills necessary to perform and document specific patient tasks as delegated by the RN.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations appropriately.
• Ability to effectively function as a member of a collaborative team.
• Abilit to organize and manage time effectively, setting appropriate priorities.
• Ability to understand and respect importance of patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Develops and promotes a constructive/positive atmosphere within the work area by demonstrating the ability to maintain cooperation with and assist fellow health team members, physicians, intra and inter-departments, hospital and nursing administration.

The form below specifies the physical demands required to perform the job; the equipment and tools used; and the working conditions. All requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. See following page for physical descriptors.
Physical Requirements - Select physical demands required to perform the job. If not required, select “N/A.”
Select the maximum pounds of force required.
Maximum Lbs.
Frequency
Lifting
Exertion of force required for participating in patient care
0-25 lbs
Rarely
Exertion of force required when moving an object
0-25 lbs
Rarely
Pushing
Exertion of force required to move an object
0-25 lbs
Rarely
Pulling
Exertion of force required to move an object
0-25 lbs
Rarely
Select the visual demands required .
Visual Demand
Required
Near Acuity
Far Acuity
Field of Vision
Color Vision
Depth Perception
Equipment and Tools - Select the items required to perform the essential functions of the job.
Standard Office Equipment (e.g., computer, telephone)
Medical Instruments/Equipment (e.g., syringe, forceps, needles, lab tools, etc.)
Power Tools (e.g., saw, drill, hammer)
Other Equipment (must specify):
Vehicles (must specify):
Working Conditions - Select all that apply .
Standard Office Environment
Wet and/or Humid Conditions
Laboratory Environment
Extreme temperatures (hot or cold)
Weekend, shift work, on call, holidays, and overtime
Inclement Weather
Patients with tendencies for violent outbursts
Noise / Vibration
Close quarters, crawl spaces, shafts, small, enclosed rooms, narrow aisles, or passageways
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Work Environment: General Office - climate controlled, clean and with no hazards or loud noises.
Physical Requirements: Sedentary-little or no walking or standing for extended periods, minimal lifting or pulling.
Fine Manipulation Skills Requirements: Minimal-work does not require fine manipulation or use of more than one hand.
Corrected Vision Requirements: Normal Range Near, Far and Peripheral Vision.
Speaking Attribute Requirement: Communicates effectively in person to person speech.
Hearing Attribute Requirement: Hear and decipher person speech in person.
Detail any additional physical demands and/or working conditions required to perform the job :
A reasonable accommodation may be available to perform one or more of the essential functions of this job. For information on how to request a reasonable accommodation during the application stage and/or for the job described on this form, please contact your local Human Resources Representative.
Benefits
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation:
• Pay Range: $18.57-$25.99
• Other Compensation (if applicable):