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Mohawk Valley Health System
Behavioral Health Technician - Inpatient Psychiatric - Regular Hours - Nights
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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.
$40,624 / year median in New York
+27% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary
Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or designee, the Behavioral Health Technician provides direct and indirect patient care. Provides a clean, safe environment, maintains equipment and supplies. Participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities
Core Job Responsibilities Orients new patients to the unit
Records and processes patient belongings on admission and at discharge
Performs and records patient vital signs, intake and output; notifies RN on any changes
Monitors patient's compliance with pre and post procedure instructions under the supervision of a RN
Continuously observes patient behavior, mental status and activities. Notifies RN of any changes or unusual occurrences
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors
Maintains equipment and supplies
Participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities
Performs other duties as required Education/Experience Requirements
REQUIRED
High school graduate or equivalent One-two years' experience as a nursing assistant or as a mental health worker required Ability to effectively communicate in English; both verbally and in writingPREFERRED
Crisis Prevention Intervention training preferred. Additional languages preferred Licensure/Certification RequirementsREQUIRED
Current BLA certification Disclaimer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor. Job Details Req Id 98235 DepartmentPSYCHIATRIC UNIT
Shift Nights Shift Hours Worked 12.50 FTE 0.75 Work ScheduleCWAT-UFCSM
- 12 HR Employee Status A2
- Regular 60 Hours Union 2006
- UFCW Pay Range $18
- $23 per hour