Occupation Profile for Psychiatric Technicians
Care for mentally impaired or emotionally disturbed individuals, following physician instructions and hospital procedures. Monitor patients' physical and emotional well-being and report to medical staff. May participate in rehabilitation and treatment programs, help with personal hygiene, and administer oral medications and hypodermic injections.
Overview
| $27,780.00 | Median Annual Wage | 2,000 | Average Job Openings Per Year |
| 2.1 | Average Unemployment Percentage | 27.0 | Percentage That Completed High School |
| 62,000 | Employment Numbers in 2006 | 57.0 | Percentage That Had Some College |
| 60,000 | Employment Numbers in 2016 (est.) | 16.0 | Percentage That Went Beyond College Degree |
Sample Job Titles
Related Occupations
- Child, Family, and School Social Workers
- Social and Human Service Assistants
- Physical Therapists
- Recreational Therapists
- Psychiatric Aides
Related Academic Programs
Sources: Career Guide to Industries (CGI), Occupational Information Network (O*Net), Occupation Outlook Handbook (OOH)