Mental Health Technician I PRN

HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Mental Health Technician I PRN, where your contributions directly impact patient care. In this vital role, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide compassionate support to patients facing mental health challenges. You will be instrumental in observing, reporting, and documenting patient conditions while advocating for their rights and privacy. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values teamwork and professional growth. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education assistance

Flexible spending accounts

Colleague recognition program

Time Away From Work Program

Free counseling services

Qualifications

• Assist in nursing/psychiatric care coordination.
• One year of experience preferred in an acute care setting.

Responsibilities

• Observe and document patient’s physiological and psychological status.
• Assist patients with daily living activities and crisis intervention.

Skills

Patient Care

Crisis Intervention

Documentation Skills

Communication Skills

Advocacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational or Technical Degree

2 Year Associates Degree

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Description

Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Mental Health Technician I PRN? At HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to 300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Benefits

HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay, including prescription drug and behavioral health coverage, as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance, and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder, and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning, and more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services, and preferred banking partnerships.
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence).
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives, and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Mental Health Technician I PRN like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary and Qualifications

We are seeking a Mental Health Technician to join our healthcare team. Your primary function is to assist in the coordination of nursing/psychiatric care provided in conjunction with the multidisciplinary treatment team. You will work with a phenomenal team that cares like family and works together in a collaborative manner.

In this role, you will:

• Observe, report, and document patient’s physiological and psychological status by using the nursing process based upon established hospital policies and procedures, unit-specific policies and procedures, and/or Standards of Care/Practice.
• Provide and document information on patient care.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living; attend to patient behavioral problems and provide assistance in crisis intervention, as needed.
• Serve as the patient and family advocate with respect to the patients' right to privacy by protecting confidential information.
• Follow established guidelines for reporting a significant medical error or unanticipated outcome in the patient’s care which results in patient harm or potential harm.

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Vocational or Technical Degree such as Emergency Medical Technician is preferred.
• 2 Year Associates Degree preferred.
• BLS Certification (AHA Provider) required.
• One year of experience preferred in an acute care setting.

HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital is a 267-bed hospital. We are a top-performing quality hospital with over 300 of the most respected and qualified physicians in the area. We offer an Advanced Primary Stroke Center and a Cancer Care Center. Our services include open-heart surgery and a wide range of specialties. We give advanced care to critically ill patients and offer emergency services at our main emergency room (ER), as well as a pediatric ER and two freestanding ERs. Together, our team has an unwavering conviction to improve more lives in more ways.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Good people beget good people." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family of 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Mental Health Technician I PRN opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.