Behavioral Health Technician: Patient Care & Safety

Cedar Creek Hospital; St. Johns (MI); In loco; USD 36.000 - 48.000; Tempo pieno

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Medical (BCBS)

Dental (Delta)

Vision (VSP)

401k with company match

Paid Time Off

Disability options

Life insurance

Pet insurance

Descrizione del lavoro

Cedar Creek Hospital in Michigan is seeking a Behavioral/Psychiatric Health Technician to support patient care under RN supervision, contributing to a safe, therapeutic milieu.

Responsibilities include 15-minute rounds, assisting with admissions/discharges, vital signs, de-escalation, and participation in groups; requires high school diploma, CPR certification, and preferred psychology or human services background.

Competenze

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Human Services related field preferred but not required.
• CPR certified (Can obtain once hired).
• Experience working as a psychiatric technician preferred.

Mansioni

• Assisting in ongoing assessment of the safety and emotional needs of each patient.
• Demonstrating awareness of treatment plans and providing intervention/care accordingly on an individualized basis.
• Assisting patients with personal grooming and hygiene as appropriate.
• Participating in groups and activities to meet needs of various patient populations.
• Maintaining therapeutic and professional rapport with patients.
• Providing verbal de-escalation and physical management, as needed.
• Making rounds every 15 minutes or sooner to ensure patient safety.
• Assisting the RN with admissions and discharges; performing vital signs and orientation to the unit.

Conoscenze

CPR certification

Patient care

De-escalation

Formazione

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Human Services related field (preferred)

Descrizione del lavoro

Cedar Creek Hospital in Michigan is seeking a Behavioral/Psychiatric Health Technician to support patient care under RN supervision, contributing to a safe, therapeutic milieu.

Responsibilities include 15-minute rounds, assisting with admissions/discharges, vital signs, de-escalation, and participation in groups; requires high school diploma, CPR certification, and preferred psychology or human services background.