Mental Health Technician II - Flexible Schedule

Harris Health System, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health System, Inc. in Houston, TX is seeking a Psychiatric Technician II to support patient care for mental/behavioral health cases under RN supervision. The role requires strong communication, medical terminology proficiency, and collaboration with nursing staff.

Qualifications include SAMA certification, Psychiatric Technician I certification, and Basic Life Support (AHA). Must have 2 years of related clinical experience in behavioral health; EKG/Phlebotomy competency validation within

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; additional training appropriate to the specialty area required.
• SAMA certification required; Psychiatric Technician I certification required and maintained as appropriate.
• Basic Life Support from a hospital-based American Heart Association (AHA) approved program.
• Two (2) years related clinical experience required in behavioral health setting.
• EKG and/or Phlebotomy competency validation required, as applicable to specialty area within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• The Psych Tech II supports care activities for patients with mental or behavioral health problems under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• The Psych Tech II works closely with the charge nurse and staff nurses to assure patient care and safety needs are met.
• The Psych Tech II is proficient in medical and behavioral health terminology technical, communication, organizational, and computer skills.
• The Psych Tech II demonstrates and role models personal and professional effectiveness.

Skills

EKG competency

Phlebotomy competency

Analytical

Medical terms

PC

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

SAMA certification

Psychiatric Technician I certification

Basic Life Support (AHA)

Job description

Harris Health System, Inc. in Houston, TX is seeking a Psychiatric Technician II to support patient care for mental/behavioral health cases under RN supervision. The role requires strong communication, medical terminology proficiency, and collaboration with nursing staff.

Qualifications include SAMA certification, Psychiatric Technician I certification, and Basic Life Support (AHA). Must have 2 years of related clinical experience in behavioral health; EKG/Phlebotomy competency validation within