Mental Health Technician - BHU - Part Time - Forbes Hospital

Highmark Health; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to maintain patient safety and structure by observing and recording vital information. This role involves collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team to assess patient status, organizing care tasks, and responding to crises. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree or relevant experience and certifications in CPR and crisis intervention. Join a forward-thinking organization that values ethical standards and patient care, providing an opportunity to make a significant impact in the healthcare field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 1-2 years of relevant experience.
• Non-violent crisis intervention certification required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the team to assess patient status.
• Organizes patient care tasks according to priority.
• Obtains vital signs and provides crisis intervention.

Skills

Patient Care

Crisis Intervention

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Relevant Experience

Tools

CPR Certification

Crisis Intervention Certification

Job description

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description :

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

Maintains safety and structure by observing and recording patient information pertinent to the treatment plan and reports information to appropriate staff. Works under nursing supervision.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Collaborates with the multi-disciplinary team to assess changes in patient status and gathers pertinent patient care data through rounding and patient interaction in inpatient or outpatient settings. (60%)
2. Organizes patient care tasks according to priority and importance. (20%)
3. Obtains vital signs, height, and weight measurements; provides crisis intervention to maintain safety; responds to facility Code events. (10%)
4. Reports changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff and suggests modifications to the treatment plan. (10%)

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

• Bachelor’s degree or 1-2 years of relevant experience/education as determined by the company in lieu of a degree.
• Non-violent crisis intervention certification required within six months of hire.
• CPR certification – American Heart Association.
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate.
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.

Preferred

• 1-3 years of mental health or clinical experience.

Disclaimer: This job description indicates the general nature and essential duties of the role and may not include all responsibilities or qualifications.

Compliance: This role adheres to ethical and legal standards, including HIPAA and company privacy policies. Employees must protect confidential information and comply with all applicable laws and company policies.

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