Compassionate Behavioral Health Tech - Night Shift

Memorial Medical Center Las Cruces; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Memorial Medical Center Las Cruces is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician for a full-time night shift in Las Cruces, NM. The role supports a 12-bed behavioral health unit, providing compassionate, patient-centered care under nursing guidance and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to promote safety and recovery.

Educational requirements include a high school diploma; BLS and Handle with Care certifications are required within 45 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) Must have within 45 days of hire; Handle with Care (HWC) Mush have within 45 days of hire

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Memorial Medical Center Las Cruces is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician for a full-time night shift in Las Cruces, NM. The role supports a 12-bed behavioral health unit, providing compassionate, patient-centered care under nursing guidance and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to promote safety and recovery.

Educational requirements include a high school diploma; BLS and Handle with Care certifications are required within 45 days of hire.