Behavioral Health Tech: Compassionate Patient Care

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Hospital St. Louis is seeking a Behavioral Health Tech to work under the supervision of registered nurses and provide individualized patient care aimed at promoting physical and mental wellness.

You will perform clinical procedures, support unit operations, and participate in safety, coordination of care, and therapeutic activities while upholding Mercy Service Standards and mission.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Nurse Assistant Training Course required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, including assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), nutrition, mobility, and hygiene.
• Monitor and document vital signs, intake/output, and overall patient condition.
• Observe and report changes in patient behavior, mood, or condition.
• Build therapeutic relationships with patients using appropriate communication and boundaries.
• Lead or support group activities and behavioral interventions.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, and orientation to the unit.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Critical thinking

Stability under pressure

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Nurse Assistant Training Course

Tools

Vital signs monitors

EKG machines

Bladder scanners

Glucose monitoring devices

Job description

Mercy Hospital St. Louis is seeking a Behavioral Health Tech to work under the supervision of registered nurses and provide individualized patient care aimed at promoting physical and mental wellness.

You will perform clinical procedures, support unit operations, and participate in safety, coordination of care, and therapeutic activities while upholding Mercy Service Standards and mission.