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UAB Medicine
BHT - Behavioral Health Technician - Geri Psych - Multiple Shifts
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What they do
A Mental Health or Psychiatric Technician cares for patients with mental illnesses. Works under the direction of a physician and works with specialists involved in mental health care, such as psychiatrists and therapists. Monitors patient symptoms and administers medications. Works in a mental health facility or in a hospital or other healthcare facility.
$32,158 / year median in Alabama
+16% projected growth
Job Description
BHT
- Behavioral Health Technician
- Geri Psych
- Multiple Shifts UAB Medicine
- 3.
Qualifications BLS Certification Full Job Description Position Overview Department:
Behavioral Health•Geri Psych Schedule:
Multiple Shifts:
Full-Time Nights, 3 12-Hour Shifts, 7:00 pm- 7:00 am PRN Days, 12-Hour Shifts, 7:00 am
- 7:00 pm
Work Location:
UAB St. Vincent's East, Trussville Benefits for eligible positions only include : generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more Our Behavioral Health services at UAB St. Vincent's East include 80 beds for adult and geriatric patients with acute and chronic mental health needs. Our dedicated team-based care model provides individualized, compassionate care. We provide a safe and structured environment focused on stabilization, recovery, and long-term wellness. Job Description Provide direct behavioral health patient care. Assist patients with performing activities of daily living. Provide or assist with providing direct patient care, diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions. Observe and record patient behavior and activities. Report any changes in condition and suggests modifications to the treatment plan. Establish a therapeutic relationship with assigned patients. Qualifications Licensure / Certification /Registration:
BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American HeartAssociation or American Red Cross accepted. Certified Nurse Aide preferred.Education:
High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative relevant experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. Why Work at UAB Medicine We are UAB Medicine, Alabama's largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year- from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 3,100 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital
- ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state's first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital
- along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St.