Compassionate Behavioral Health Technician

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital; Albany (GA); Presencial; USD 32 000 - 52 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany, GA seeks an enthusiastic Behavioral Health Aide to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in the EC Psychiatric Services unit. The role includes clerical support, patient data collection, and performing medical procedures as directed, with strong emphasis on communication and safety.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, BLS, and preferred credentials in EMT, Mental Health Technician, CNA, or POST.

Qualificações

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• 2-3 years Behavioral Health Experience (Preferred)
• BLS certification; Crisis Response Training within two months of hire
• EMT / Mental Health Technician / CNA / POST certifications preferred

Responsabilidades

• Provide direct patient care as assigned by the Registered Nurse.
• Provide clerical support and assist in patient data collection and performing procedures under RN direction.
• Utilize verbal and non-verbal communication to provide targeted therapeutic interventions.
• Take and record vital signs, assist with daily living activities, and monitor safety.
• Collect specimens and assist with transportation to the lab when needed.
• Document observations accurately and assist with admission, discharge, and 1:1 monitoring as required.

Conhecimentos

Communication skills

Patient care

Formação académica

High School Diploma or GED

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Crisis Response Training (within 2 months of hire)

EMT (Preferred)

Mental Health Technician Certification (Preferred)

Certified Nursing Assistant (Preferred)

POST Certification (Preferred)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany, GA seeks an enthusiastic Behavioral Health Aide to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in the EC Psychiatric Services unit. The role includes clerical support, patient data collection, and performing medical procedures as directed, with strong emphasis on communication and safety.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, BLS, and preferred credentials in EMT, Mental Health Technician, CNA, or POST.