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Baptist Health

Mental Health Tech II Full-Time Days 7A-7P

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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

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Job Description

Position Summary Baptist Health Citizens Hospital Talladega, AL Mental Health Tech II Full Time Days 7a-7p Baptist Health Citizens Hospital is a 122-bed medical and surgical facility located in Talladega, Alabama. The hospital offers a full complement of services, including diagnostic imaging, digestive health care, orthopedics, sleep medicine and surgical services. The hospital's dedicated sleep disorder center is accredited by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, the gold standard for sleep care. Baptist Health Citizens is part of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes award-winning hospitals and ERs, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices and outpatient facilities that span Florida's east to west coasts, Central Alabama and Puerto Rico. Collectively, our team members honor our over 100-year legacy by providing professional and compassionate care to the patients, families and communities we serve. Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital Offers Great NEW Competitive Pay and Great Benefits Package that
Includes:
Medical, Dental, Vision 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Paid Time Off (up to 5 weeks to start) Life Insurance Extended Leave Plan (ELP) Family Care (childcare, elder care, pet care) Paid Parental Leave Pet Insurance Car Insurance Educational Benefits including tuition reimbursement & monthly payments to help pay down any graduated school debt
ALL BENEFITS START DAY ONE A
Brief Overview Performs general nursing care to patients in a manner that considers safety, comfort, and the therapeutic environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN) Responsibilities What you will do Documents observations on assigned patients in legible, accurate and appropriate format following hospital and unit procedures Communicates appropriate information regarding the patient's condition to the RN and other members of the healthcare team Assists with nursing education groups Completes assignments of AM/PM care, vital signs, phlebotomy, total milieu supervision of patient care: assist members of the nursing team and/or other disciplines; assist with admissions and discharges as assigned Demonstrates competency in unit specific tasks and skills as defined by unit specific competency list Transports and delivers items, equipment, and medications (excluding controlled substances and IV chemotherapy drugs) throughout the facility May have limited access to areas storing medications Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures Participates in nursing Performance Improvement (PI) activities as assigned Demonstrates awareness of legal issues, patient rights and compliance with the standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies Practices efficient use of supplies Maintains a safe, clean, and organized unit Receives and process incoming calls, patient calls and guest requests Transports and delivers items and equipment throughout the facility Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's/area's/department's policies and procedures Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you. Section 1557 Non-Discrimination The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) enforces Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act (Section 1557), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and sex characteristics), in covered health programs or activities. 42 U.S.C. 18116. Qualifications Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent Experience as Mental Health Technician, Psychology Technician, Psychiatric Technician, Behavioral Health Technician, Registered Behavioral Health Technician, Behavioral Health Specialist, Direct Support Personnel, Group Home Assistant/Paraprofessional, Correctional Officers, EMT's, Paramedics, Medical Assistants, Patient Care Technicians, Home Health Aides, Patient Care Assistants, Certified Medical Assistants, Nursing Assistant, Crisis Intervention Specialist, Certified Nursing Assistant or Corpsman Associate's degree in psychology, education, child development or a healthcare-related field may substitute for up to two (2) years of experience Maintains current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification Must obtain and maintain current Handle with Care (HWC) Certification within 90 days of hire

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Financial Aid/Assistance
  • 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans
  • Other Retirement and Savings