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Mental Health Technician
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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.
$37,021 / year median in Pennsylvania
+8% projected growth
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Mental Health Technician
- SVH•Full Time•Rotational Erie, PA Posted 66 days ago
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Allegheny Health Network Job Description :
GENERAL OVERVIEW
Maintains safety and structure by observing and recording patient information pertinent to the treatment plan and reports information to appropriate staff. Works under nursing supervision.ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Collaborates with the multi-disciplinary team to provide for an on-going assessment of changes in patient status and gathers pertinent patient care data through rounding and patient interaction using all available resources in the inpatient or outpatient setting. (60%) Organizes patient care tasks according to priority and importance of tasks to be completed. (20%) Obtains vital signs and height and weight measurements. Provides crisis intervention on the unit to maintain safety. Responds to facility Code events. (10%) Reports any changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff and suggests modifications to the master treatment plan. (10%)QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Bachelor's degree or one to two years of relevant experience and/or education as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor's degree. Preferred 1- 3 year of mental health or clinical experience
Additional Employment Requirements:
Non-violent crisis intervention required within six months of hire CPR- American Heart Association Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate Act 73