Behavioral Health Unit Clerk & Care Support

Carrus Health; Tomball (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrus Care in Texas is seeking a dependable Unit Clerk/Patient Care Technician to support the clinical team, manage routine clerical duties, assist with order entry, and help maintain an orderly unit and accurate census updates. Candidates should have strong English communication, basic computer skills, and familiarity with EMR systems.

Preferred credentials include a HS diploma or equivalent, two years in a behavioral health setting, BLS certification, and de-escalation training within 30 days

Qualifications

• Organizational skills and attention to detail to support the care team.
• Intermediate computer skills; EMR experience preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Two years’ experience as Unit Clerk/Patient Care Technician in behavioral health preferred.
• Must communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Performs clerical duties including order entry, telephone management, unit organization.
• Assists HIM with breaking down charts and scanning finalized records.
• Provides staff breaks and covers floor as Patient Care Tech when needed.
• Assists in all codes as needed.
• Responsible for census updates.
• Communicates admissions, discharges, and weekly updates with schools.
• Reports to work on time and adheres to policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR familiarity

Job description

Carrus Care in Texas is seeking a dependable Unit Clerk/Patient Care Technician to support the clinical team, manage routine clerical duties, assist with order entry, and help maintain an orderly unit and accurate census updates. Candidates should have strong English communication, basic computer skills, and familiarity with EMR systems.

Preferred credentials include a HS diploma or equivalent, two years in a behavioral health setting, BLS certification, and de-escalation training within 30 days