Behavioral Health Tech — Compassionate Patient Care

Mercy; Festus (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Festus, MO is seeking a Behavioral Health Tech to support patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role involves clinical procedures and non-clinical tasks essential to nursing care in a structured behavioral health setting.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, with BLS within one month and PCT competencies within 3 months. The position requires physical endurance, and Mercy offers strong benefits for 32+ hour per pay period

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, CNA/CPCT or enrollment in a healthcare program, or current Mercy coworker.
• BLS certification within one month of hire; PCT competencies within 3 months.
• Preferred EMT/Paramedic or CPCT/CNA certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care under RN supervision.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks.
• Support unit operations and uphold Mercy Service Standards.

Skills

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Prolonged standing and walking

Bend, reach, kneel, twist

Education

High school diploma / GED / CNA or enrolled in a healthcare program

Job description

Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Festus, MO is seeking a Behavioral Health Tech to support patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role involves clinical procedures and non-clinical tasks essential to nursing care in a structured behavioral health setting.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, with BLS within one month and PCT competencies within 3 months. The position requires physical endurance, and Mercy offers strong benefits for 32+ hour per pay period