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MISSISSIPPI COUNTY HOSPITAL SYSTEM

EXTERN

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 2 days ago

Location: Blytheville, AR (Onsite)

Last Updated: 16 hours ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/5/2026

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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.

$33,171 / year median in Arkansas

+17% projected growth

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PRN SHIFT VARIES-- SAFETY SENSITIVE

Maintains a safe environment for patient, unit, and coworkers. Contributes to a positive work environment and the overall effort of the hospital to provide excellent customer service. Provides direct patient care with appropriate documentation under the supervision of a licentsed nurse. Always acts in accordance to State Nurse Practice Act, and accepts no inappropriate delegated assignments. Assists licensed personnel by completing supportive functions for maximum patient outcomes. Assists licensed personnel by providing activities related to the plan of care to improve customer satisfaction and provide optimal outcomes. Contributors to the delivers of quality, cost effective health care. Performs related responsibilities as required or directed. Meets mandatory requirements as determined by hospital policy and regulatory agencies. Requirements Educational requirements and/or preferences

Academic:

Nursing student with successful completion of minimally one semester of a NLN accredited Associates Degree program or four semesters of a NLN accredited Bachelors Degree program.

Continuing Education/Hospital In-Service:

Attends all mandatory hospital in-services (i.e. Safety, Infection Control, BLS). Completion of hospital and unit orientation. Must have current CPR card.