University of California, Irvine·Orange, California
The incumbent is responsible for providing direct patient care in a neuropsychiatry unit. They will carry out individualized treatment plans established for each patient.
UCI Health is one of California’s largest academic health systems and the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine. Established on July 1, 1976, UCI Health has grown into a 1,461-bed health system that includes UCI Health — Orange, UCI Health — Irvine, four Community Network hospitals and a growing network of ambulatory care centers across Orange and Los Angeles counties. As Orange County’s only academic health systems, UCI Health is home to the only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center based in the county, the region’s only American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, American College of Emergency Physicians Gold Level 1 Geriatric Emergency Department and a nationally recognized regional burn center verified by the American Burn Association. Powered by UC Irvine, UCI Health serves 5.6 million people across Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County through excellence in patient care, research and medical education.
Your Role on the Team
Incumbent is responsible for providing patient care in an assigned neuropsychiatry unit by carrying out individualized treatment plans that have been established for each patient.
What It Takes to be Successful
Preventative Management of Assaultive Behavior (PMAB) within 30 days of hire Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job Minimum 1 year experience as a Psychiatric Technician Knowledge of psychotropic medications and affects Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English Demonstrated ability to apply logic and reasoning to identify when something is wrong or likely to go wrong, as well as alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to situations Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations
Previous experience working in a mental health clinical setting, with the mentally ill Knowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and forms
Licenses and Certifications: Psychiatric Technician Basic Life Support
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Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship: Must be able to provide proof of work authorization
Candidates must have at least one year of experience as a Psychiatric Technician and possess knowledge of psychotropic medications. A valid Psychiatric Technician license and Basic Life Support certification are required.
Market context
In California, behavioral-health roles tied to substance use disorder counseling and case management are typically supported by ongoing community and treatment-program demand. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma, at least 2 years of SUD counseling or case management experience, and current Registered or Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor status. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and note that professional development and paid continuing education are listed as benefits.