Mental Health Technician

Medical City Healthcare; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical City Healthcare is seeking a Mental Health Technician to provide exceptional patient care at their Mental Health and Wellness Center in Frisco. This full-time role involves engaging with patients, monitoring their wellbeing, and assisting with daily living activities. The position offers comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of individuals facing mental health challenges.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with matching

Tuition assistance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment.
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention must be obtained within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Monitors vital signs accurately.
• Escorts patients to scheduled activities safely.
• Maintains the cleanliness of the unit.

Skills

Patient care

Interpersonal skills

Crisis intervention

Education

High School Graduate / GED

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Description

Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Mental Health Technician? At Medical City Mental Health and Wellness Center - Frisco, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Benefits

Medical City Mental Health and Wellness Center - Frisco, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• 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.
  
  

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Mental Health Technician like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary And Qualifications

• 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 milieu and optimum patient care
• Escorts patients to and from scheduled activities in a safe and professional manner
• 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 program 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
• Demonstrate efficiency in maintaining support services, which are vital to effective program operation
• Maintains unit filing and paperwork system, if assigned by Nurse Manager or Charge Nurse
• Assists with maintaining patients’ activities of daily living
• Demonstrates ability to maintain a safe environment
• Documentation of observations and baseline measurements in the medical record
  
  

What qualifications you will need:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• High School Graduate / GED
  
  

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of those struggling with complex mental health or substance abuse issues? If so, the Medical City Mental Health & Wellness Center Frisco is the perfect place for you! Our licensed acute care mental health hospital offers a safe and nurturing environment for patients seeking treatment. With our customized inpatient and outpatient programs, we have 70 beds available to meet individual needs. Our experienced team provides exceptional care and support to help patients on their recovery journey. If you're ready to embark on an incredible career path, don't wait any longer. Contact us today and take the first step towards a fulfilling career for life.

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 costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Mental Health Technician opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

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  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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