Behavioral Health Technician

University Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health in San Antonio, TX is seeking a patient care assistant to support Psychiatry Services. You will assist with patient preparation and treatment procedures for acute and non-acute illnesses, and help maintain a therapeutic milieu through clear, compassionate communication.

The role requires a high school diploma or higher, one year of psychiatric experience, may substitute college credit for experience, and phlebotomy experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher required.
• One year of experience in a psychiatric setting required.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Must have current American Heart Association BLS and Healthcare Provider cards.
• Must obtain CBHT, CMHT within one year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist Psychiatry Services and nursing staff with patient preparation and treatment procedures for acute and non-acute illnesses or injuries.
• Perform routine patient care in a psychiatric environment.
• Assist in maintaining the therapeutic milieu by using effective communication skills.
• Perform clerical duties related to patient care management.

Skills

Phlebotomy

BLS/Healthcare Provider CPR

Education

High school diploma or higher

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists Psychiatry Services, nursing staff with patient preparation and treatment procedures, both acute and non-acute illnesses or injuries. Performs routine patient care as required in a psychiatric environment. Assists in maintaining the therapeutic milieu by utilizing appropriate communication skills. Performs clerical duties associated with patient care management.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

A high school diploma, its equivalent, or higher degree is required. One year of experience in a psychiatric setting is required. Can substitute one year of college credit towards a Nursing or Psychology degree for one year of experience. Phlebotomy experience preferred. Must have current American Heart Association, Basic Cardiac Life Support and Healthcare Provider card. Must have or obtain certification (CBHT, CMHT) within one year of employment.