Evening PICU Mental Health Tech — 3p–11p

Universal Health Services, Inc.; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous paid time off

Excellent medical, dental, vision, and

Prescription drug plans

401(k) with company match and stock

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Millwood Hospital in Arlington, TX, part of Universal Health Services (UHS), is seeking a Mental Health Technician (MHT) for the PICU unit. The MHT provides continuous patient care, ensuring safety and supporting the treatment team under a Registered Nurse's direction.

Shifts are evenings (3p-11p); orientation is required Week 1 and Week 2 as described. Education and CPI/CPR credentials enhance candidacy. UHS offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Degree or equivalent is required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant preferred.
• Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline preferred.
• Experience: Two (2) years of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques preferred.
• Licensure: Must maintain a valid driver's license in the applicable state.
• Additional Requirements: CPI training before orientation; CPR certification prior to independent patient assignment.

Responsibilities

• The Mental Health Technician (MHT) ensures patient safety and provides continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling to patients across age ranges.
• Works under the direction of a Registered Nurse as an active part of the treatment team.

Skills

Patient safety

Team coordination

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant (preferred)

Degree in social work/recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline (preferred)

Tools

CPR certification

CPI training

Job description

Millwood Hospital in Arlington, TX, part of Universal Health Services (UHS), is seeking a Mental Health Technician (MHT) for the PICU unit. The MHT provides continuous patient care, ensuring safety and supporting the treatment team under a Registered Nurse's direction.

Shifts are evenings (3p-11p); orientation is required Week 1 and Week 2 as described. Education and CPI/CPR credentials enhance candidacy. UHS offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.