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Inova Health System

Mental Health Technician 1 Mood Disorders 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.

$41,243 / year median in Virginia

+20% projected growth

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Job Description

Mental Health Technician 1 Mood Disorders Nights Inova Health System parental leave, paid time off United States, Virginia, Falls Church Jul 08, 2026 Inova Fairfax Hospital is looking for a dedicated Mental Health Technician 1 to join the Psychiatric Mood Disorders team. This role will be full-time night shift: (3 x 12-hour shifts, 7:00 pm to 7:00 am). Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.
Featured Benefits:
Committed to
Team Member Health:
offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
Retirement:
Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions - starting on your first day.
Tuition and Student Loan Assistance:
offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
Mental Health Support:
offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
Work/Life Balance:
offering paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work schedules. Mental Health Technician 1
Job Responsibilities:
Communicates patients' progress toward desired outcomes and changes to the Registered Nurse. Monitors patients/their environment and intervenes appropriately to promote a safe and therapeutic milieu. Completes forms and flow sheets accurately according to policies and procedures. Reinforces transition/discharge teaching and home care skills. Provides information to patients, families, and visitors, orients patient to the unit and program, explains rationale for rules or restrictions, provides printed information.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
High School or GED
Certification:
Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association- upon start
Preferred Qualifications:
Clinical/medical background