Mental Health Technician II - Unit Preceptor & Leader

Inova Health System; Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Retirement matching

Education assistance (tuition)

Student loan assistance

Mental health support sessions

Paid time off and parental leave

Job summary

Inova Health System is seeking a Mental Health Technician 2 to join the Fairfax Hospital Nursing Float Pool. The role offers 3 x 12-hour shifts with rotating weekends, daytime or nighttime, and supports patient care across units.

Responsibilities include assisting with education needs, providing ADL support, and orienting patients and families. BLS certification is required upon start. Previous inpatient behavioral health experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Two years of experience as Mental Health Technician 1 or Clinical Technician 1 at Inova Health System or two years as psychiatric technician at another facility.

Responsibilities

• Assist unit leadership with MHT education needs and compliance.
• Provide individualized patient support for activities of daily living and vital signs.
• Inform patients and families, explain rules and provide printed information.
• Serve as unit preceptor and ensure staff competencies.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Daily living assistance

Unit precepting

Education

High School or GED

Job description

Inova Health System is seeking a Mental Health Technician 2 to join the Fairfax Hospital Nursing Float Pool. The role offers 3 x 12-hour shifts with rotating weekends, daytime or nighttime, and supports patient care across units.

Responsibilities include assisting with education needs, providing ADL support, and orienting patients and families. BLS certification is required upon start. Previous inpatient behavioral health experience is preferred.