Geriatric Mental Health Tech I – Weekend Nights (FT)

Baptist Health; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid Time Off (up to 5 weeks to start)

Life Insurance

Extended Leave Plan (ELP)

Family Care (childcare, elder care,pet

Paid Parental Leave

Pet Insurance

Car Insurance

Educational Benefits including tuition

Job summary

Baptist Health Princeton Hospital is seeking a Mental Health Tech I for weekend night coverage in the Geriatric Psychiatry unit. You will provide general nursing support under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, document patient observations, and assist with admissions and day-to-day care in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires a high school diploma, CPR certification, Handle with Care certification within 90 days, and about 6 months of related healthcare experience.

Qualifications

• CPR certification required and must obtain Handle with Care (HWC) certification within 90 days of hire.
• 180 days (6 months) experience in Mental Health/Behavioral Health related roles listed in the ad.

Responsibilities

• Documents observations on assigned patients in legible, accurate format following hospital procedures.
• Communicates patient condition to the RN and health care team.
• Assists with nursing education groups.
• Completes AM/PM care, vital signs, phlebotomy, milieu supervision, admissions and discharges as assigned.
• Demonstrates unit-specific competency as defined by the unit competency list.
• Transports and delivers items, equipment, and medications throughout the facility (excluding controlled substances and IV chemo).
• Maintains attendance and compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
• Supports performance improvement activities and patient rights compliance.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Baptist Health Princeton Hospital is seeking a Mental Health Tech I for weekend night coverage in the Geriatric Psychiatry unit. You will provide general nursing support under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, document patient observations, and assist with admissions and day-to-day care in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires a high school diploma, CPR certification, Handle with Care certification within 90 days, and about 6 months of related healthcare experience.