Mental Health Technician - Full-Time, Benefits Included

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

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.