Geriatric Mental Health Technician - Night Shift

The Health Care Authority for Baptist Health, An Affiliate of UAB Health System; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Prattville, AL is seeking a Geriatric Mental Health Technician to support patients under the direction of the Charge Nurse or Registered Nurse. You will assist with activities of daily living, admission/discharge procedures, and lead or co-facilitate patient groups while orienting new patients to the unit.

CNA/PCT and BLS are preferred/required where specified. This is a regular full-time third shift position with exposure to clinical settings and the opportunity to work within

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician certification or equivalent experience.
• BLS certification required; CNA or PCT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under direction of Charge Nurse or Registered Nurse.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and with admission/discharge procedures.
• Lead or co-facilitate patient groups and orient new patients to the unit.
• Perform safety/location checks and other assigned care functions.

Skills

Communication skills

Stress management

Body mechanics

Medical terminology

Customer service

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CNA or PCT certification preferred

BLS certification required

Job description

Baptist Health in Prattville, AL is seeking a Geriatric Mental Health Technician to support patients under the direction of the Charge Nurse or Registered Nurse. You will assist with activities of daily living, admission/discharge procedures, and lead or co-facilitate patient groups while orienting new patients to the unit.

CNA/PCT and BLS are preferred/required where specified. This is a regular full-time third shift position with exposure to clinical settings and the opportunity to work within