Inpatient Mental Health Tech — Crisis Care & Support

University Medical Center, Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

UofL Health is seeking a Mental Health Tech to participate in patient care for psychiatric patients under RN supervision. You will assist in creating a safe, therapeutic environment and support physicians and nursing staff in daily patient care activities.

The role involves crisis intervention, vital signs monitoring, phlebotomy tasks, and collaboration with families to ensure patient well-being. Training and certifications are required, with varied shift options.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Preferred: college coursework in social and health sciences.
• Experience in inpatient or emergency psychiatry is a plus.
• CPR certification is required for Healthcare Providers.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor a therapeutic environment for psychiatric patients.
• Assists with crisis intervention and patient safety.
• Transports patients and accompanies them during tests and discharge.
• Assists with basic nursing tasks and activities of daily living as directed.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Patient care

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

College coursework in social/health sciences (preferred)

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

UofL Health is seeking a Mental Health Tech to participate in patient care for psychiatric patients under RN supervision. You will assist in creating a safe, therapeutic environment and support physicians and nursing staff in daily patient care activities.

The role involves crisis intervention, vital signs monitoring, phlebotomy tasks, and collaboration with families to ensure patient well-being. Training and certifications are required, with varied shift options.