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OakBend Medical Center

Mental Health Tech - Supplemental - Varies

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 1 day ago

Location: Richmond, TX (Onsite)

Last Updated: 5 hours ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/4/2026

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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

Responsibilities Under the general supervision of the Clinical Nursing Leader and the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse the Mental Health Tech provides patient observation and monitoring. These activities are carried out according to hospital policy, the hospital mission statement, and the philosophy of the Department of Nursing. Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION

High school graduate or equivalent; relevant experience in lieu of High School Diploma/GED education will be considered.

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE

Experience in an accredited healthcare facility with mental health patients preferred.

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association. De-Escalation training within 90 days of hire.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

Accepts assigned responsibilities as an accountable member of the health care team. Proficient with data entry/computer skills for care documentation.

ABOUT OAKBEND

OakBend Medical Center is an independent hospital providing exceptional and compassionate care to patients and the community since 1950. The OakBend family consists of outstanding team members caring for the community at three hospitals and many specialty centers. OakBend's services and programs include its signature No Wait ER, an advanced trauma center, certified stroke program, hospital air ambulance services and a hospital-based skilled nursing facility. We remain committed to providing a rewarding environment to our team members, to providing necessary services to the community and to developing the best methods to care for our patients, ensuring a healthy future for generations.