Behavioral Health Technician

Memorial Physician Practices; Sanford (NC); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Wellness programs

Career growth

Job summary

Central Carolina Hospital in Sanford, NC, is seeking a Behavioral Health Tech to join our team. You will assist patients with activities of daily living and support direct patient care, observing and recording patient behavior to inform care decisions.

Responsibilities include crisis intervention to maintain safety on the unit. Requires a High School diploma; BLS and HWC within 45 days; CNA preferred. We offer comprehensive benefits, career growth, and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• BLS within 45 days of hire.
• Handle with Care (HWC) within 45 days of hire.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• CNA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with activities of daily living.
• Provides or assists with direct patient care, diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions.
• Observes and records patient behavior; reports changes to nursing staff and suggests treatment adjustments.
• Provides crisis intervention with incoming calls and on unit to maintain safety.

Skills

BLS certification

Handle with Care

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CNA preferred

Job description

Your experience matters

Central Carolina HospitalispartofLifepoint Health,a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. Weare driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Behavioral Health Tech 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.

How you'll contribute

A Behavioral Health Tech joining who excels in this role:

• 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.

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 -tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• 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.

Requirements:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Must have within 45 days of hire; Handle with Care (HWC) Must have within 45 days of hire
• High School diploma or equivalent required
• CNA Preferred

EEOC Statement

"Central Carolina Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Central Carolina Hospital committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."