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The Gardens of Amarillo

Med Tech

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.

$33,378 / year median in Texas

+15% projected growth

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Job Description

Med Tech The Gardens of Amarillo Amarillo, TX Job Details 18 hours ago Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Patient room cleaning Incident reporting compliance Heart rate monitoring Healthcare incident report preparation Patient progress tracking Resident conversation engagement Caregiving documentation requirements Maintaining patient confidentiality Resident hobbies assistance Resident personal care assistance Patient weighing scales Medication pass administration Assisting with ADLs Residential housekeeping Care coordination meetings experience Resident rapport building Medical thermometers Patient progress monitoring Patient interaction Incident report writing Care plan implementation Patient temperature monitoring Blood pressure monitors Companionship support Medical treatment implementation Entry level Coordinating resident events Urine sample collection Healthcare facilities housekeeping Full Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Sets up and administers medications as ordered by a physician and under the supervision of the delegating nurse. Assists residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADL's). Takes and records at predetermined intervals vital signs such as temperature, pulse, respiration, weight, and blood pressure, measures intake. Collects sputum, urine, and stool, discharge drainage and other specimens as ordered. Completes incident reports for any incidents occurred on assigned shift. Supports resident care plan. Facilitates and/or participates in resident group activities and resident care conferences. Engages residents in meaningful conversation and activities related to their individual interests. Maintains professional approach to responsibilities (uniform, start times, absenteeism, confidentiality, communication with residents, family members, other staff members and vendors, and daily work responsibilities). Supports new resident welcome and assimilation process. Monitors residents for changes in condition and reports changes to delegating nurse. Assists with resident room, bathroom, and common area cleanliness, and other housekeeping duties as needed. Performs other duties as assigned.