Mental Health Tech

HCA Florida Memorial Hospital; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) Plan

Paid time off

Education assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

HCA Florida Memorial Hospital is hiring a Mental Health Tech for night shifts to support patient observation, safety, and daily living activities in the Behavioral Health unit.

The role requires CPI within 30 days of hire, a high school diploma or GED, and preferred experience as a MHT/CNA. BLS certification is required, and the hospital offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) certification within 30 days of hire is required.
• Prefer at least one year of MHT/CNA experience in healthcare.
• Current BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Observation rounds and suicide risk observation.
• Assist with behavior modification programs.
• Monitor vital signs accurately.
• Maintain unit cleanliness and organization.
• Record messages and relay patient inquiries to staff.
• Maintain patient daily living activities.
• Ensure a safe environment for patients.

Skills

CPI certification

MHT/CNA experience

BLS/AHA certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s or Associate degree (preferred)

Job description

Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Mental Health Tech Nights you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Florida Memorial Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn More About Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Mental Health Tech Nights where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well‑being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary And Qualifications

Functions as a member of the healthcare team and accepts responsibilities for specifically assigned duties, such as patient observation rounds, suicide risk observation and assisting with behavior modification programs.

Essential Duties:

• Demonstrates expertise in mental health promotion and maintenance of high-quality comprehensive patient care.
• Displays respect for patient’s integrity, patient information and patient rights.
• Demonstrates expertise in the performance of tasks necessary to maintain a therapeutic environment and optimum patient care.
• Performs all specific skills assigned including monitoring vital signs in a complete and accurate manner.
• Assists with maintaining the cleanliness of the unit.
• Maintains high level of interpersonal relationships with all staff.
• Utilizes appropriate skills in telephone etiquette when answering the telephone, making sure to record correct messages and pass along to appropriate staff, including patient inquiries.
• Maintains unit filing and paperwork system, if assigned by Nurse Manager or Charge Nurse.
• Assist with maintaining patients’ activities of daily living
• Demonstrates ability to maintain a safe environment.

Age Specific Care:

Infant: Birth – 1 year

Pediatric/Child: 1 year – 12 years

Adolescent: 13 years – 18 years

Adult: 19 years – 65 years

Geriatric: Over 65 years

N/A: this position does not provide direct patient care

Position Requirements

Required Education:

High school diploma or GED.

Required License/Certification:

Current American Heart Association or Red Cross BLS.

Required Experience:

Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) certification within 30 days of hire.

Prefer at least one year of experience as a MHT/CNA in a healthcare setting.

Preferred Education:

Bachelor’s degree or Associate degree.

Preferred License/Certification:

Current state of Florida CNA license.

Preferred Experience:

Bachelor’s degree or Associate degree.

Current state of Florida CNA license.

Memorial Hospital has provided quality healthcare services since 1969, giving patients access to highly‑trained physicians and advanced technology. With more than 50 years of pioneering healthcare, our 450+ bed hospital is one of the region's leading acute care facilities. We offer a range of services for our patients, including 24‑hour emergency care at three different locations and a Level II trauma center. Other specialized programs include our accredited Chest Pain Center, certified Stroke Center, Heart Center, Bone and Joint Center, maternity center and much more. Memorial has received the Gold Seal of Approval for Primary Stroke Centers and is sepsis‑certified by the Joint Commission.

At Memorial Hospital, our care like family culture extends to our patients, our people and our Jacksonville community. We are committed to each other because when we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.