Mental Health Technician Department Pool II

BayCare Health System; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k match and additional yearly plan

Yearly performance appraisals and team

Community discounts

Chance to be part of a great team

Job summary

BayCare Health System in Tampa is seeking a Mental Health Technician to support psychiatric inpatients under RN supervision. This full-time role provides direct patient care, monitoring and promotes therapeutic communication.

The position requires BLS, with CNA or Patient Care Technician preferred; education includes high school diploma or equivalent and an associate's degree, with bachelor's preferred. Weekend work every other, shift 6:45 AM to 7:15 PM.

Qualifications

• BLS certification is required.
• CNA or Patient Care Technician credentials are preferred.
• Education: High School diploma or equivalent; an associate's degree is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care to psychiatric inpatients under RN supervision.
• Performs ongoing monitoring to ensure safety and wellbeing of patients.
• Fosters therapeutic communication and relationships with patients.

Skills

BLS

CNA

Patient Care Technician

Education

High School or Equivalent

Associate's degree in related field

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long‑term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward‑thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.

BayCare Health Systems is currently seeking a Mental Health Technician to join our outstanding and compassionate team at St Joseph's Behavioral Health Center!

Mental Health Technician Position Details

• Facility: St Joseph's Behavioral Health Center
• Location: Tampa, FL
• Status: Full time, Hourly
• Shift Hours: 6:45 AM - 7:15 PM
• Weekend Work: Every Other
• On Call: No

The Mental Health Technician Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care to psychiatric inpatients under the direct Supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Provides ongoing monitoring and observation of patients to ensure safety and wellbeing.
• Promotes communication and therapeutic relationships with patients.

Required

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• CNA (Nursing Assistant) - preferred
• Patient Care Technician - preferred

Education

• High School or Equivalent
• Associate's degree in related field -

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in related field-

Preferred Experience

• 6 months – Psychology or Bachelor's degree in related field

Full Time Employees Receive The Following Benefits

• Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k match and additional yearly contribution
• Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus
• Community discounts and more
• AND the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work

Come join our wonderful team!

This position requires Level II screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse, managed by the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). More information can be found at https://info.flclearinghouse.com.

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