Mental Health Technician PRN

Parkridge Health System; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Parkridge Health System is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Technician PRN to join our team in Chattanooga, TN. This role involves providing patient-centered care within a behavioral health setting. Candidates will need a High School Diploma or equivalent and will undergo required training upon hiring. Join us in making a positive impact on patient lives while enjoying comprehensive benefits and support.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education assistance

Time Away From Work Program

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Associate’s Degree in related field required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire.
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Delivers high quality, patient-centered care.
• Assists nursing staff in providing patient care under supervision.
• Maintains a clean and safe patient care environment.

Education

High School Diploma or Associate’s Degree

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Description

Benefits

Parkridge Medical Center 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. Plans include 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.
  
  

Description

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Mental Health Tech? At Parkridge Medical Center, 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

Parkridge Medical Center 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. Plans include 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.
  
  

Learn More About Employee Benefits

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 MHT like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary And Qualifications

The Mental Health Technician (MHT) delivers high quality, patient-centered care by performing a variety of delegated basic patient care services related to behavioral health nursing functions and activities of daily living. Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, the MHT assists the nursing staff in providing patient care in accordance with the MHT’s skills/training and the needs of the department, and consistently assists the patient care team with maintaining a clean, well-organized, and safe patient care environment. The MHT complies with all hospital policies/procedures and observes the State Board of Nursing rules for unlicensed personnel.?

What you will do in this role:?

• Actively participate in departmental PI, as assigned by Unit Director.?
• Assume responsibility to maintain knowledge of and compliance with all current hospital and departmental policies.?
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the age of patients served in his/her assigned service area.
• Demonstrate appropriate age-related nursing skills.
• Ensure patient documentation is accurate, legible, and effectively completed in a timely manner.?
  
  

What qualifications you will need:??

• High School Diploma or Associate’s Degree in related field required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire (facility provided).
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification required within 90 days of hire (facility provided)?
• Prior mental health experience preferred.?
• 1 year of hospital or nursing home experience preferred.?
  
  

Parkridge Medical Center is a 270+ bed hospital. We are near downtown Chattanooga. We feature comprehensive diagnostic, medical, and surgical services. These services include cardiovascular surgery and cancer treatment. These services include intensive care, orthopedic and spine surgery, and rehabilitation. The facility includes a state-of-the-art neurosurgery program. Patients also have access to OB-GYN services. Patients have access to a level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. They also have access to (NICU) and behavioral health treatment centers for children and adults.

"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our MHT 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.

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