Behavioral Health Technician – 2 Day/2 Night Shifts

Intermountain Healthcare Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Health LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City, UT seeks a Behavioral Health Technician to support a multidisciplinary treatment team. You will develop rapport with patients, facilitate the milieu, and provide direct patient care under supervision of a nurse or physician.

The role requires BLS certification, the ability to engage with psychiatric patients, and to work 2 day shifts plus 2 night shifts (7-7). We offer varied duties within a structured care setting and pathways for growth.

Qualifications

• BLS certification is required.
• CNA or EMT certification is preferred.
• Post-high school education in social work, psychology, sociology, family studies, or health sciences is preferred.
• Experience with psychiatric or chemically dependent patients is preferred.
• Experience providing behavioral healthcare services to patient populations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily living tasks and document procedures, treatments, and observations.
• Orient patients to the Behavioral Health unit and assist with supplies and transport to appointments.
• Maintain a safe, supportive environment and follow the multidisciplinary treatment plan.
• Monitor patient safety and assist in handling emergencies with appropriate staff.
• Participate in quality improvement and regulatory activities and report issues promptly.
• Provide care within unit policy on seclusion and restraint and document accordingly.
• Facilitate skills, relaxation, and psycho-educational groups to support treatment goals.

Skills

Patient Safety

Communication

Problem Solving

Skill Development

Empathy and Emotional Intelligence

Patient Care

Accurate and Timely Documentation

Time Management

Education

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Intermountain Health LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City, UT seeks a Behavioral Health Technician to support a multidisciplinary treatment team. You will develop rapport with patients, facilitate the milieu, and provide direct patient care under supervision of a nurse or physician.

The role requires BLS certification, the ability to engage with psychiatric patients, and to work 2 day shifts plus 2 night shifts (7-7). We offer varied duties within a structured care setting and pathways for growth.