Night Psychiatric Technician II: Patient Care & Support

L.E. Cox Medical Centers; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

CoxHealth in Springfield, MO is seeking a Mental Health Technician for the Adult Psychiatry department (Cox North). You will provide basic patient care under the direction of the nursing staff during night shifts and gather patient information for timely reporting of condition changes.

Applicants should have a High School diploma; a Bachelor’s degree in psychology or a related field is preferred. Prior mental health or geriatric experience is helpful, and department certifications must be

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in psychology or a related field.
• Previous experience with mental health or age-specific population is preferred.
• Must obtain department-specific certifications within the designated time frame.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care under the direction of nursing staff.
• Obtains information on patient condition as requested by the nursing staff.
• Reports any changes in patient condition.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Time management

Analytical thinking

Multitasking

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field

Job description

CoxHealth in Springfield, MO is seeking a Mental Health Technician for the Adult Psychiatry department (Cox North). You will provide basic patient care under the direction of the nursing staff during night shifts and gather patient information for timely reporting of condition changes.

Applicants should have a High School diploma; a Bachelor’s degree in psychology or a related field is preferred. Prior mental health or geriatric experience is helpful, and department certifications must be