Opportunity Description
Mental Health Technician
JOB SUMMARY: The Mental Health Technician performs selected patient care activities. The Mental Health Technician is a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team and provides support for the patient’s therapeutic treatment plan. Primary responsibilities include observing and recording patient information pertinent to the treatment plan and reporting this information to the Staff Registered Nurse. Must be capable of physically assisting patients, dealing with patient emergencies, and working as a member of a clinical team.
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE: 1 year experience in behavioral health unit preferred. Knowledge of safety measures.
EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED preferred.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY: CNA preferred; if no certificate at time of hire, must have CNA certification within 1 year of date of hire. Medical terminology and current BLS Certification are required. CPI/PART as required by state.
JOB SUMMARY: The Mental Health Technician performs selected patient care activities. The Mental Health Technician is a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team and provides support for the patient’s therapeutic treatment plan. Primary responsibilities include observing and recording patient information pertinent to the treatment plan and reporting this information to the Staff Registered Nurse. Must be capable of physically assisting patients, dealing with patient emergencies, and working as a member of a clinical team.
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE: 1 year experience in behavioral health unit preferred. Knowledge of safety measures.
EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED preferred.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY: CNA preferred; if no certificate at time of hire, must have CNA certification within 1 year of date of hire. Medical terminology and current BLS Certification are required. CPI/PART as required by state.
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