Mental Health Technician – Compassionate Care & Growth

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with match

Education support

Paid time off

Job summary

HCA Florida West Tampa Hospital is seeking a Mental Health Technician to support behavioral health patients under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will assist with basic patient care, monitor safety, and help create a therapeutic environment.

You will perform tasks such as taking vital signs, assisting with admissions and discharges, and coordinating group activities while adhering to safety protocols like CPI and BLS. This role emphasizes compassionate care and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Certified Behavioral Health Technician preferred; PCT training within 6 months.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association is required.
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) training required for Behavioral Health.
• Lifting up to 100 lbs.; frequent lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vital signs and collect clinical data as directed.
• Provide basic patient care under RN supervision.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and assist with crisis intervention.
• Escort and protect patients as needed and assist with activities of daily living.
• Assist RN with admissions/discharges data collection and processing.
• Coordinate and participate in group activities to encourage patient interaction.

Skills

Vital signs

Crisis intervention

Patient care

Behavioral health

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Behavioral Health Technician preferred

Tools

CPR/BLS (AHA)

CPI training

Job description

HCA Florida West Tampa Hospital is seeking a Mental Health Technician to support behavioral health patients under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will assist with basic patient care, monitor safety, and help create a therapeutic environment.

You will perform tasks such as taking vital signs, assisting with admissions and discharges, and coordinating group activities while adhering to safety protocols like CPI and BLS. This role emphasizes compassionate care and teamwork.