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Mental Health Technician - Sitters Suicidal Ideation / Behavioral Health - Fulltime, Days
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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
Job Description
Mental Health Technician - Sitters Suicidal Ideation / Behavioral Health Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together!
Work location:
Texas Health Plano, 6200 West Parker Road, PlanoTX 75093
Work hours: Fulltime, Days; 6:45a - 7:15p; Rotating weekends and holiday requirements Opportunity to work as a 1:1 Sitter for Behavioral health patients in the acute care hospital. Possibility to float to Seay Behavioral Health Center.Suicidal Ideation Department Highlights:
- Self-Scheduling that helps with work/life balance as well as opportunities for educational and career growth
- Collaborative work environment
- Great team
- Engaged leadership team.
- Fast-paced, opportunity to work throughout the acute care hospital. Possibility to float to the 48-bed inpatient Adult and Adolescent Seay Behavioral Health Center. Here's What You Need
- High School Diploma and 1 year of experience required or
- 1 year of inpatient experience in the behavioral health field as a MHT, PCT, CNA, or related position highly preferred.
- High School Diploma and CNA - Certified Nurse Aide certification required or
- Associate's degree in healthcare field required.
- Bachelor's degree in healthcare field preferred
- Other - CLIAFE; Must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency required. What You Will Do
- Assist with and help coordinate patient care.
- Assists with all patient care provided by the multidisciplinary team.
- Encourages team members.
- Provides instruction to team members.
- Orients patient to surroundings, reviews safety procedures, and unit rules/guidelines while coordinating with the nurse.
- Prepares patient to be discharged/transferred.
- Assists with gathering belongings and making sure all belongings are returned to the patient (except for medication).
Texas Health Employee:
- Benefits include 401k, PTO, Medical, Dental, Paid Parental Leave, Flex Spending, Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Forgiveness as well as several other benefits.
- Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice.
- A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.