Mental Health Tech — Hospital Care & Crisis Support

Houston Methodist; Houston (TX); In loco; USD 36.000 - 48.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Houston Methodist West Hospital is seeking a Mental Health Technician to advance in skill and assist in caring for population-specific patients under the supervision of a registered nurse. The MHT performs treatments and reports observations and problems to the nurse, supporting adherence to established policies and patient care standards.

The position emphasizes therapeutic communication, collaboration with the interprofessional care team, and maintaining accurate records.

Competenze

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year as Mental Health Technician in psychiatric/substance abuse setting.
• 3 years as nursing/patient care assistant with crisis management training in a hospital setting.

Mansioni

• Records data and reports observations to the nurse.
• Assists with delegated tasks under RN supervision.
• Communicates effectively with patients, family, and staff using customer service principles.
• Maintains patient records and operates hospital information systems.

Conoscenze

Communication skills

English proficiency

Computer skills

Epic EHR

Microsoft Office

Formazione

High School diploma or equivalent

Strumenti

Epic EMR

Microsoft Office

Descrizione del lavoro

Houston Methodist West Hospital is seeking a Mental Health Technician to advance in skill and assist in caring for population-specific patients under the supervision of a registered nurse. The MHT performs treatments and reports observations and problems to the nurse, supporting adherence to established policies and patient care standards.

The position emphasizes therapeutic communication, collaboration with the interprofessional care team, and maintaining accurate records.