Mental Health Security & Safety Tech

Upson Regional Medical Center; Thomaston (GA); On-site; USD 1,929,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Job summary

Upson Regional Medical Center in Thomaston, GA seeks a Mental Health Security Tech to assist with admissions, secure patient belongings, and orient patients to the unit. The role includes answering calls, transporting patients safely, and supporting nursing staff to maintain a secure, calm environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, current BLS certification, and a crisis prevention intervention certificate within three months of hire; healthcare experience is

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Current BLS certification is required.
• Crisis prevention intervention certificate within three months of hire is required.
• Prefer at least one year of healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with admissions by ensuring the patient’s room is ready and the patient’s belongings are secured.
• Orient the patient to the unit, answer phone and call lights, relay messages.
• Transport patients safely to groups, meetings, and other departments as required.
• Accompany patients off the unit when instructed by the nurse; maintain safety and supervision at all times.
• Document patient care accurately, thoroughly, and timely.
• Assist with discharge by ensuring the patient is bathed, groomed, dressed, and belongings signed out to patient/family.
• Maintain a safe milieu for patients, visitors, and staff; check rooms for contraband each shift.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS certification

Crisis prevention intervention certificate

Job description

Upson Regional Medical Center in Thomaston, GA seeks a Mental Health Security Tech to assist with admissions, secure patient belongings, and orient patients to the unit. The role includes answering calls, transporting patients safely, and supporting nursing staff to maintain a secure, calm environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, current BLS certification, and a crisis prevention intervention certificate within three months of hire; healthcare experience is