Mental Health Technician: Dedicated Patient Care & Crisis Support

Universal Health Services; Fort Washington (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Health Services is seeking a Mental Health Technician in Fort Washington, PA. The role involves joining a treatment team to provide continuous patient care, supervise and model appropriate behavior under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

Responsibilities include vital signs monitoring, documenting patient changes, and supporting therapy goals as part of daily care and discharge planning. A Bachelor’s in Human Services or a GED with 2 years’ direct client contact is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in area of human services or High school diploma with 2 years in a human services field including direct contact with clients.

Responsibilities

• Record and monitor Vital Signs per policy.
• Observe and document changes in patient's condition.
• Communicate changes to Charge Nurse to adjust treatment plan.

Skills

Vital signs documentation

Crisis intervention

Patient care

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Universal Health Services is seeking a Mental Health Technician in Fort Washington, PA. The role involves joining a treatment team to provide continuous patient care, supervise and model appropriate behavior under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

Responsibilities include vital signs monitoring, documenting patient changes, and supporting therapy goals as part of daily care and discharge planning. A Bachelor’s in Human Services or a GED with 2 years’ direct client contact is required.