Behavioral Health Safety Tech: 1:1 Care in Acute Unit

Reid Health; Richmond (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Reid Health Main Campus is seeking a Behavioral Health Safety Technician (BHST) to support daily patient care under RN supervision. The role includes 1:1 supervision for high-risk patients, clerical duties, and care coordination across disciplines. Strong communication and recordkeeping are essential.

The BHST follows treatment plans, uses medical terminology accurately, and adheres to infection control policies. This is a part-time daytime position with ~24 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year experience in an acute or long-term health care setting.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Answer telephone and intercom to communicate with staff and patients.
• Provide 1:1 supervision for high-risk patients.
• Perform clerical tasks and light clinical duties.
• Maintain and organize medical records per universal chart order.
• Coordinate care with other disciplines and notify staff as directed.
• Transport patients as needed.
• Follow infection control policies and hand hygiene.
• Report and post charts and records as required.
• Monitor hours to avoid overtime; notify supervisor about overtime.

Skills

Basic patient care

Phone/intercom operation

Records management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BLS Certification

Job description

Reid Health Main Campus is seeking a Behavioral Health Safety Technician (BHST) to support daily patient care under RN supervision. The role includes 1:1 supervision for high-risk patients, clerical duties, and care coordination across disciplines. Strong communication and recordkeeping are essential.

The BHST follows treatment plans, uses medical terminology accurately, and adheres to infection control policies. This is a part-time daytime position with ~24 hours weekly.