Care for individuals with mental or emotional conditions or disabilities, following the instructions of physicians or other health practitioners. 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 or injectable medications.
According to the US Department of Labor, there are 91,600 people employed as psychiatric technicians in the United States. The median annual salary is $35,000. Entry level employees earn approximately $24,960 per year and senior employees earn approximately $59,020 per year.
Estimates do not include other potential benefits such as health insurance, overtime pay, or retirement benefits that may be offered by employers.