Adolescent Psychiatry Mental Health Tech I | Day Shift

Inova; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement match

Tuition and student loan assistance

Mental health support

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Inova Fairfax Hospital in Falls Church, VA is seeking a Mental Health Technician 1 for the Adolescent Psychiatry team. This full-time position offers day shifts (3 x 12-hour shifts, 7:00 am to 7:00 pm) and the opportunity to support therapeutic care for teens.

The role emphasizes patient monitoring, milieu safety, and collaboration with registered nurses. BLS certification is required on start, with strong teamwork and communication valued.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required on start.

Responsibilities

• Communicates patients' progress toward desired outcomes and changes to the Registered Nurse.
• Monitors patients and their environment and intervenes to promote a safe and therapeutic milieu.
• Completes forms and flow sheets accurately according to policies and procedures.
• Provides information to patients, families, and visitors, orients patient to the unit and program.

Skills

Mental health background

Clinical/medical background

Job description

Inova Fairfax Hospital in Falls Church, VA is seeking a Mental Health Technician 1 for the Adolescent Psychiatry team. This full-time position offers day shifts (3 x 12-hour shifts, 7:00 am to 7:00 pm) and the opportunity to support therapeutic care for teens.

The role emphasizes patient monitoring, milieu safety, and collaboration with registered nurses. BLS certification is required on start, with strong teamwork and communication valued.