Patient Care & Mental Health Security Specialist

Upson Regional Medical Center; Thomaston (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Upson Regional Medical Center is seeking a Mental Health Security Tech to support admissions, secure patient belongings, and orient patients to the unit. Duties include responding to calls, transporting patients, and maintaining safety for patients and staff throughout shifts.

Requirements include a high school diploma, current BLS, and crisis prevention certification within three months of hire; healthcare experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; current BLS certification required.
• Crisis prevention intervention certificate within three months of hire.
• Prefer at least one year of healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient rooms and secure belongings while logging valuables.
• Answer phones and call lights, relay messages, and transport patients as needed.
• Monitor safety and supervise patients, ensuring a safe milieu.
• Assist with admissions, discharge prep, and escort patients to departments.

Skills

BLS certification

Crisis prevention

Healthcare experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Upson Regional Medical Center is seeking a Mental Health Security Tech to support admissions, secure patient belongings, and orient patients to the unit. Duties include responding to calls, transporting patients, and maintaining safety for patients and staff throughout shifts.

Requirements include a high school diploma, current BLS, and crisis prevention certification within three months of hire; healthcare experience is preferred.