Behavioral Health Technician

Memorial Physician Practices; Benton (AR); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

PTO & insurance options

Tuition assistance & loan help

401(k) with company match

Wellness programs

Job summary

Saline Memorial Hospital in Benton, AR is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) for a FT night shift. The role involves 3x12 schedules with weekends varying, providing direct patient care, assisting daily living activities, and monitoring patient behavior on the unit.

Qualified candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent; CNA preferred. BLS and Handle with Care certifications are required within 45 days of hire. Join Lifepoint Health's mission to deliver compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent Required
• License: CNA Preferred
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) Must have within 45 days of hire; Handle with Care (HWC) Mush have within 45 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with performing activities of daily living.
• Provides or assists with providing direct patient care, diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions.
• Observes and records patient behavior and activities. Reports any changes in physical, mental or emotional condition to nursing staff and suggests modifications to the treatment plan.
• Provides crisis intervention with incoming calls and on the unit to maintain safety.
• Review and comply with LifePoint Code of Conduct and all relevant Company and Division policies and procedures.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Saline Memorial Hospital - 1 Medical Park Dr, Benton, AR 72015

Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

Job Type: FT, Night Shift

Schedule: 3x12, Weekends May Vary

Your experience matters:

Saline Clinic is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More About Our Team:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. At Saline Health System, we are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality, family-friendly care available. We offer a wide range of health care services, including emergency medicine, heart care, maternity care, sleep medicine, surgical services, and many more.

How you'll contribute:

• Assists patients with performing activities of daily living.
• Provides or assists with providing direct patient care, diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions.
• Observes and records patient behavior and activities. Reports any changes in physical, mental or emotional condition to nursing staff and suggests modifications to the treatment plan.
• Provides crisis intervention with incoming calls and on the unit to maintain safety.
• Review and comply with LifePoint Code of Conduct and all relevant Company and Division policies and procedures.

Why join us:

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for:

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent Required

License: CNA Preferred

Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) Must have within 45 days of hire; Handle with Care (HWC) Mush have within 45 days of hire.

More about Saline Health System

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciative for who you are not just what you can do. At Saline Health System, we are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality, family-friendly care available. We offer a wide range of health care services, including emergency medicine, heart care, maternity care, sleep medicine, surgical services, and many more.

The picturesque Benton town square is the focal point of the community. One of the town's main thoroughfares, Military Road, parallels the Old Southwest Trail used by frontier travelers on their way West. The Southwest Trail is part of the Arkansas Heritage Trails System. The Saline River has excellent fishing, scenery and backcountry floating for the outdoors enthusiast.

Salineis an Equal Opportunity Employer. Saline is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.