Compassionate Patient Care Tech — Mental Health

Baptist Health Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Arkansas seeks a Mental Health Technician (MHT) to support patients and families with basic care, monitoring, hygiene, and comfort, while collaborating with the care team to ensure complete patient care.

The role requires compassion and excellent human interaction, strong communication with patients, families, and staff, and a willingness to learn new healthcare skills, including CPR and other training, in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 12 college credit hours with a passing grade in English Composition (C or higher) and GPA 2.0+.
• Healthcare experience preferred but not required.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients and families with basic care, monitoring, and hygiene.
• Collaborate with the health care team to ensure complete patient care.
• Provide compassionate, patient-centered interactions and clear communication.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to hygiene

Education

12 college credit hours with English composition C or higher

Job description

Baptist Health Arkansas seeks a Mental Health Technician (MHT) to support patients and families with basic care, monitoring, hygiene, and comfort, while collaborating with the care team to ensure complete patient care.

The role requires compassion and excellent human interaction, strong communication with patients, families, and staff, and a willingness to learn new healthcare skills, including CPR and other training, in a fast-paced environment.