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CHI St Vincent Health

Mental Health Technician

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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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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Mental Health Technician CHI St Vincent Health - 3.6 Little Rock, AR Job Details PRN $20 an hour 6 hours ago Qualifications Customer communication Electronic health records (EHR) management High school diploma or GED Managing patient records Full Job Description Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Mental Health Tech, you will be vital support for Behavioral Health's front and back office functions, assisting psychiatrists, patients, and the care management team. You'll ensure smooth operations, quality medication management, and clinical problem-solving. Every day you will provide basic medication triage, support services, and take vital signs for behavioral health patients. You'll manage front office reception, patient registration, insurance/copay processing, and telephones, while also handling back office tasks like refill requests, injections, and accurate EHR documentation. To be successful, you need strong multitasking, meticulous attention to detail, and a rapid ability to learn complex information accurately. Exceptional customer service, calm under pressure, EHR proficiency, and strict confidentiality are essential, along with flexibility to float. Communication Utilizes effective, healthy verbal and non-verbal communication Identifies self and role to others in a professional manner. Ensures that communication in the presence of the patient is patient-related Notifies the RN of abnormal vital signs, I & Os, or changes in the patient condition. Utilizes communication techniques learned in CPI to de-escalate situations Job Requirements Required High School Graduate General Studies, upon hire or High School GED General Studies, upon hire and Basic Life Support - CPR, within 30 Days Preferred Previous experience in direct patient care Where You'll Work CHI St. Vincent, a regional health network serving Arkansas, is part of CommonSpirit Health. We have served Arkansas since 1888 with a history of many firsts. Together with more than 4500 coworkers, 1000 medical staff and 500 volunteers we consistently receive praise for care advancements. CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community. CHI St. Vincent provides you with the same level of care you provide to others. We care about our team member well-being and offer benefits that complement and support your work/life balance. Pay Range $20.00 - $20.00 /hour