Per Diem Mental Health Technician | Acute Care

Universal Health Services; Huntington (WV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

River Park Hospital in Huntington, WV is seeking Per Diem Mental Health Technicians (MHTs) to support acute inpatient behavioral health services. The hospital serves children, adolescents, adults and seniors with a range of programs, including a residential unit and forensic services, under Universal Health Services.

The role emphasizes developing therapeutic relationships, ensuring safe and quality care, protecting patient confidentiality, and assisting with rounds and crisis prevention as part

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Six months experience in a mental health setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a therapeutic relationship throughout the healthcare continuum.
• Assure and improve quality care by facilitating the patient and family's right to receive safe, quality, and cost-effective care.
• Maintain and protect confidentiality regarding all aspects of patient care and information.
• Demonstrate a commitment to meeting the learning needs of patients by utilizing appropriate resources to meet those needs and achieve positive patient outcomes.
• Conduct patient rounds related to routine and heightened observation status.
• Interact in a therapeutic manner to decrease crisis within the patient care setting.
• Demonstrate respect and understanding for patients, peers and other clinical disciplines and participate as an effective member of the patient care team.

Skills

Empathy

Therapeutic communication

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

River Park Hospital in Huntington, WV is seeking Per Diem Mental Health Technicians (MHTs) to support acute inpatient behavioral health services. The hospital serves children, adolescents, adults and seniors with a range of programs, including a residential unit and forensic services, under Universal Health Services.

The role emphasizes developing therapeutic relationships, ensuring safe and quality care, protecting patient confidentiality, and assisting with rounds and crisis prevention as part