Psychiatric Technicians and aides care for people who have mental or emotional conditions or developmental disabilities. Technicians typically monitor patients' conditions and provide therapeutic care, such as overseeing their medications. Aides help patients in their daily activities and ensure a safe and clean environment.
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- Psychiatric Technicians
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What do they typically do
- Listen to patients' concerns, observe their behavior, and record their condition
- Report changes in patient health or behavior to medical staff
- Lead patients in therapeutic and recreational activities
- Provide medications and other treatments to patients, following instructions from doctors and other medical professionals
- Help with patient intake and discharge
- Monitor patients' vital signs, such as their blood pressure and body temperature
- Help patients with daily living activities, including eating and bathing
- Restrain patients who are or may become physically violent
Number of Jobs
Average Annual
Job Growth +1.3%
Job Openings 452
Education & Training
- Education Most occupations require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
NC Workforce Credentials
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