Behavioral Health Tech: Day Shift, 3x12, Impactful Care

Lifepoint Health®; Clyde (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Haywood Regional Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Behavioral Health Tech to join our 33-bed unit serving adults and geriatrics. You will assist with basic patient care, monitor vital signs, and report changes to nursing staff.

The role involves supporting daily living activities, keeping areas clean and stocked, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team committed to high-quality patient care. A high school diploma and BLS are required, with CNA experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs and recording intake/output.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, eating, and ambulation.
• Reports abnormal findings or changes in patient conditions to nursing staff.
• Keeps patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean and orderly.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Minimal supervision

Stress management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Haywood Regional Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Behavioral Health Tech to join our 33-bed unit serving adults and geriatrics. You will assist with basic patient care, monitor vital signs, and report changes to nursing staff.

The role involves supporting daily living activities, keeping areas clean and stocked, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team committed to high-quality patient care. A high school diploma and BLS are required, with CNA experience preferred.