Mental Health Tech (MHT)

careers-primehealthcare; North Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

North Vista Hospital in North Las Vegas, NV is seeking a Mental Health Technician to support patients with activities of daily living and help maintain a safe unit environment under RN supervision.

The role requires a CNA certificate within six months, current BLS, knowledge of medical terminology, and preferred acute care experience. A BVP certificate within six months of hire is also required.

Qualifications

• CNA certificate required within six (6) months of hire date.
• BLS certification required upon hire and maintain current.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• Minimum six months experience in an acute care hospital or physician's office preferred.
• BVP certification within 6 months of hire and maintain current.

Responsibilities

• The Mental Health Technician is an assistive person who aids the patients with activities of daily living, and assists in maintenance of a safe environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate

BLS (American Heart Association) certification

Behavioral Violence Prevention (BVP) certificate

Medical Terminology knowledge

Job description

Overview

At North Vista Hospital, our dedicated team of professionals are committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, a Top-15 hospital system in the United States, North Vista Hospital is actively seeking new members to join its award-winning team!

North Vista Hospital is an accredited 177-bed state-of-the-art hospital located in North Las Vegas, Nevada.North Vista offers comprehensive healthcare services, including mental health care, emergency care, heart care, advanced surgical procedures, diagnostic imaging and help for a broad range of medical conditions. Equipped with advanced medical technology and staffed by a team of highly skilled healthcare professionals, North Vista is committed to providing high-quality care in a friendly hospital environment. The hospital has achieved numerous quality award distinctions including Patient Safety Excellence Award, Bariatric Surgery Excellence Award, Heart Failure recognition and more. For more information, please visit www.northvistahospital.com.

Responsibilities

The Mental Health Technician is an assistive person who aids the patients with activities of daily living, and assists in maintenance of a safe environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit.

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

• Certified Nursing Assistant certificate within six (6) months of hire date.


• Current BLS (AHA) upon hire and maintain current.


• Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology.


• Minimum six months previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician's office preferred.


• Current Behavioral Violence Prevention (BVP) certificate within 6 months of hire and maintain current.

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Variable

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf