Mental Health Tech

Universal Health Services; Aiken (SC); Presencial; USD 28.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Sign On Bonuses

Tuition/Certification Reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Aurora Pavilion Behavioral Health Services, part of Aiken Regional Medical Centers, seeks a Mental Health Technician to support direct patient care for individuals with emotional and behavioral disorders. The role emphasizes psychosocial support, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and adherence to care plans in a 62-bed behavioral health setting.

The ideal candidate will have a HS diploma, BLS, Handle with Care training within 30 days, and at least 1 year in a behavioral health support

Formación

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification required.
• Handle with Care training within 30 days of hire.
• Must have one of: SC CNA certification, Medical Assistant certification, EMT certification.
• Minimum 1 year of MHT or behavioral health tech experience.

Responsabilidades

• Performs data collection accurately and promptly.
• Recognizes variances in patient condition and reports promptly.
• Follows the plan of care and recommends changes to meet the ongoing needs of the patient.
• Provide care that is related to the patient's needs and well-being.
• Participates in shift report as a member of the team.
• Completes all work assignments under the direct supervision of the licensed nurse.
• Reports abnormal data findings promptly.
• Implements the interventions from the plan of care, as assigned.
• Documents data collection, tasks performed and patient response accurately and appropriately each shift.
• Accurately and appropriately demonstrates restraint use and Handle with Care techniques.

Conocimientos

HS diploma

Caregiving

Educación

High School diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Responsibilities

Mental Health Tech

Since 1991, Aurora Pavilion Behavioral Health Services (as part of Aiken Regional Medical Centers) has brought renewed hope for those suffering from emotional and behavioral disorders, and those with alcohol and substance use disorders. The 62-bed facility, located on the campus of Aiken Regional Medical Centers, is accredited by The Joint Commission. The facility offers comprehensive, individualized treatment services by a multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, psychiatric nurses, clinicians, mental health technicians and recreation therapists who are committed to high quality care.

Aiken Regional Medical Centers,

located in Aiken, South Carolina, is a 273-bed acute care facility providing top quality and safe healthcare to the residents of Aiken and surrounding communities since 1917. Aiken Regional Medical Centers has been ranked a top hospital in South Carolina by the American Heart Association for its treatment of heart attack, heart failure and Stroke, and most recently, coronary artery disease.

Additionally, Aiken Regional provides comprehensive healthcare services such as behavioral health (Aurora Pavilion Behavioral Health), emergency medical care (main hospital and ER at Sweetwater), orthopedic surgeries, maternity, rehabilitation services(Hitchcock Rehabilitation Services), imaging, and wound care.

Visit us online at: https://www.aikenregional.com

Mental Health Technicians

are responsible for direct patient care. Provides for psychosocial needs of patients. Performs various non-nursing functions. Accountable for creating an environment and culture that focuses on fulfilling the organizations mission, vision and values.

Position Description:

• Performs data collection accurately and promptly.
• Recognizes variances in patient condition and reports promptly.
• Follows the plan of care and recommends changes to meet the ongoing needs of the patient.
• Provide care that is related to the patient's needs and well-being.
• Participates in shift report, as a member of the team, to meet the individual needs of the patient.
• Completes all work assignments under the direct supervision of the licensed nurse.
• Reports abnormal data findings promptly.
• Implements the interventions from the plan of care, as assigned.
• Documents data collection, tasks performed and patient response accurately and appropriately each shift.
• Accurately and appropriately demonstrates restraint use and Handle with Care techniques.

Benefit Highlights

• Sign On Bonuses for select positions
• Unlimited Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• Tuition/Certification Reimbursement after 6 months
• Culture of Excellence - Employee Recognition program
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Clinical Nursing Ladder opportunities
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing program
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 99,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

Qualifications

Education requirements:

High School diploma or equivalent;

Work experience requirements:

Prefer one (1) year full time or three (3) years part time in an acute care setting.

Required licenses/ certifications/courses:

BLS certification. Successful completion of Handle with Care training within 30 days of hire. Maintains a valid SC driver's license for patient transport, where applicable. Must have one of the following requirements:

• Current SC CNA certification
• Current Medical Assistant certification
• Current EMT certification
• Passing grade in Fundamentals of Nursing course and maintain current enrollment in nursing program
• Minimum 1 year of MHT or behavioral health tech experience

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.