Behavioral Health Tech - Nighs

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Certification reimbursement

Scholarship opportunities

Staff safety badge

Malpractice insurance

Loan forgiveness

EPIC charting system

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services in Albuquerque seeks a Behavioral Health Tech to provide direct patient care under supervision, focusing on tasks requiring fewer technical nursing skills.

Qualifications

• Specialized training in basic patient care preferred (e.g. CNA, MA, military medical training, NA, NT, nursing student who has completed skills labs or has at least 6 months experience in direct patient care)
• BLS certification required at the time of Hire
• High School Diploma or GED

Responsibilities

• The ideal candidate will bring specialized training or hands-on experience in direct patient care, demonstrating a strong foundation in clinical support and a commitment to compassionate service.

Skills

Hands-on patient care

BLS certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Location Address: 8300 Constitution Ave NEAlbuquerque, NM 87110-7613

Compensation Pay Range: Minimum Offer $16.37Maximum Offer $22.76

Summary: Build your Career. Make a Difference. Presbyterian is hiring a skilled Behavioral Health Tech. This position provides direct patient care, primarily those tasks requiring less technical nursing skills, under the direction of a Behavioral Health Specialist or registered nurse.

How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system

Type of Opportunity: Full timeFTE: 0.90Job Exempt: NoWork Shift: 12 Hour Nights (United States of America)

Responsibilities:

The ideal candidate will bring specialized training or hands-on experience in direct patient care, demonstrating a strong foundation in clinical support and a commitment to compassionate service.

Qualifications:

• Specialized training in basic patient care preferred (e.g. CNA, MA, military medical training, NA, NT, nursing student who has completed skills labs or has at least 6 months experience in direct patient care)
• High School Diploma or GED
• BLS Required at the time of Hire

We’re all about well-being, starting with yours.

Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state’s largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.

Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED.

PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.

Compensation Disclaimer

The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.

We’re Determined to Support New Mexico’s Well-Being | Presbyterian Healthcare Services