Mental Health Technician: Compassionate Care & Growth

HCA Florida Largo Hospital; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off

401(k) plan with match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

HCA Florida Largo Hospital is seeking a Mental Health Technician to support behavioral health patients under RN supervision. You will help provide a safe, therapeutic environment and assist with daily living activities and crisis intervention.

The role emphasizes teamwork in a family-like environment, with responsibilities including vital signs, glucose testing, and coordinating activities to promote patient engagement.

Qualifications

• Certified Behavioral Health Technician preferred.
• PCT training within 6 months of hire.
• CPI and BCLS must be obtained within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vital signs, height/weight, intake and output.
• Observe and protect patient safety; escorting and restraints if needed.
• Perform bedside glucose testing and collect lab samples.
• Assist RN with admissions and discharge data collection.
• Coordinate and participate in group activities and encourage patient interaction.

Skills

CPI training

BCLS certification

Behavioral health tech

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

HCA Florida Largo Hospital is seeking a Mental Health Technician to support behavioral health patients under RN supervision. You will help provide a safe, therapeutic environment and assist with daily living activities and crisis intervention.

The role emphasizes teamwork in a family-like environment, with responsibilities including vital signs, glucose testing, and coordinating activities to promote patient engagement.