Mental Health Technician — Empathetic Patient Care & Growth

Universal Health Services; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Health Services, Inc. is a leading provider of hospital and healthcare services with extensive operations across the United States. The Mental Health Technician will assist with direct patient care across all ages, support therapy carryover, and help with activities of daily living under the treatment team.

Strong communication and safety awareness are essential. Qualifications include a High School diploma, one year of nursing assistance experience, and driving and CPR certifications.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Prefer bachelor’s degree or related coursework.
• One year of experience as nurse’s aide or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Assist in direct care and management of patients across all ages.
• Support unit programming and carryover of therapy issues.
• Facilitate activities of daily living within patient abilities.
• Demonstrate safe, nurturing and therapeutic interactions.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Communication

Safety awareness

Leadership training

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Universal Health Services, Inc. is a leading provider of hospital and healthcare services with extensive operations across the United States. The Mental Health Technician will assist with direct patient care across all ages, support therapy carryover, and help with activities of daily living under the treatment team.

Strong communication and safety awareness are essential. Qualifications include a High School diploma, one year of nursing assistance experience, and driving and CPR certifications.