ED Mental Health Technician — Safe, Compassionate Patient Care

UVM Health - UVM Medical Center; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UVM Health - UVM Medical Center in Burlington, VT, seeks an ED Mental Health Technician to join the emergency department team.

You will support patient safety, assist with therapeutic activities, document care, coordinate activities, and respond to emergencies under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

This role may involve staying with patients who are escalated and acting as a constant observer when assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; AS/BS preferred in mental health or related field.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in psychiatric facilities, corrections, hospital security, crisis teams, or related work.
• Ability to maintain safety and respond to emergencies under RN supervision.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, caring therapeutic environment for patients, families and colleagues.
• Document care and coordinate patient activities (e.g., trips to the garden).
• Manage emergency situations and remain with patients who are escalated.
• Act as constant observer when CPSA is assigned after patient stabilization.

Skills

Patient care

Safety awareness

Documentation

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

AS or BS in mental health or related field

Job description

UVM Health - UVM Medical Center in Burlington, VT, seeks an ED Mental Health Technician to join the emergency department team.

You will support patient safety, assist with therapeutic activities, document care, coordinate activities, and respond to emergencies under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

This role may involve staying with patients who are escalated and acting as a constant observer when assigned.