Mental Health Tech/Unit Secretary - Acute Behavioral Care Unit - FT Days

Hackensack Meridian Health; New Jersey; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support care teams in our hospital settings. A High School diploma or GED is required, with a strong commitment to teamwork and patient-centered service.

You will communicate clearly with patients and staff and use computer tools such as Google Suite and Microsoft Office. Phlebotomy, EKG, vital signs experience are preferred, and an AHA BLS HCP certification must be obtained within 60 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Google Suite and Microsoft Office.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Learning ability

Education

High School Diploma / GED

AHA BLS HCP Certification (within 60 days)

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives - and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It's also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
• The ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing patient needs, a strong sense of accountability for improving the lives of our patients and their caregivers, an exceptional focus on teamwork, dedication to ongoing education, and the ability and passion to deliver the highest quality of care and service based on a strong sense of patient focus are all required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Google Suite and/or Microsoft Office platforms.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Experienced or certified in phlebotomy and checking EKG, vital signs, and blood sugar.
• At least one (1) year of PCT, MHT, CNA, or other behavioral health experience in a hospital setting is strongly preferred.
• Experience with behavioral health patients.
• Certified Nursing Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, Mental Health Technician, or Patient Care Technician who has successfully completed a PCT program which includes Phlebotomy, EKG, and nursing assistant course both in the theoretical and clinical setting.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification within 60 days of entering the position.